Suaeda | Amaranthaceae

Discover the fascinating world of Suaeda, a genus of halophytic plants commonly known as seepweeds and sea-blites. Learn about their characteristics, uses in traditional medicine and cuisine, and benefits to coastal ecosystems. From Suaeda maritima, a yellow-green shrub with fleshy, succulent leaves, to Suaeda calceoliformis, a small succulent plant that serves as a food source for various birds and insects, this genus has adapted to thrive in saline or alkaline soil habitats. Add Suaeda to your collection for a unique and hardy succulent.