Salicornia species grow in salty coastal regions, typically in tidal zones and salt marshes. The plants thrive in salty marsh soil and are adapted to changing water levels. Significant populations are found on the French and Portuguese Atlantic coast, the salt marshes of the Wadden Sea (northern Germany, Netherlands) and Baja California (Mexico) on the Pacific coast. There are also populations in salty inland areas.
Appearance
The plants are green to reddish in colour, with fleshy, branched, jointed shoots. They grow upright, usually 10–30 cm high. Their shape is reminiscent of small succulents or miniature cacti without thorns.
Production
Salicornia is both harvested in the wild and cultivated specifically for this purpose. When cultivated, it is sown in spring and harvested in late summer. Harvesting is done manually or mechanically. After harvesting, the plant material is washed and dried. Drying is done gently to preserve nutrients and colour. Once the solid stems have been removed, the material is ground into powder.
Salicornia powder (AAAS0710)
Salicornia europaea, S. Ramosissima
Halophyt
Salicornia powder is used in the food industry as a natural salt substitute, seasoning or dietary supplement. The raw material is rich in minerals, has antioxidant properties and contains essential amino acids. It is low in sodium, high in fibre and free from additives.
Powder from the salt-tolerant coastal plant Salicornia. Gently dried and ground.
Salicornia powder is used in the food industry as a natural salt substitute, seasoning or dietary supplement. The raw material is rich in minerals, has antioxidant properties and contains essential amino acids. It is low in sodium, high in fibre and free from additives.
Powder from the salt-tolerant coastal plant Salicornia. Gently dried and ground.
Salicornia species grow in salty coastal regions, typically in tidal zones and salt marshes. The plants thrive in salty marsh soil and are adapted to changing water levels. Significant populations are found on the French and Portuguese Atlantic coast, the salt marshes of the Wadden Sea (northern Germany, Netherlands) and Baja California (Mexico) on the Pacific coast. There are also populations in salty inland areas.
Appearance
The plants are green to reddish in colour, with fleshy, branched, jointed shoots. They grow upright, usually 10–30 cm high. Their shape is reminiscent of small succulents or miniature cacti without thorns.
Production
Salicornia is both harvested in the wild and cultivated specifically for this purpose. When cultivated, it is sown in spring and harvested in late summer. Harvesting is done manually or mechanically. After harvesting, the plant material is washed and dried. Drying is done gently to preserve nutrients and colour. Once the solid stems have been removed, the material is ground into powder.
