glasswort
Salicornia · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (10 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Glasswort, scientifically known as Salicornia, is a succulent halophyte thriving in salty coastal marshes and saline soils. Renowned for its unique fleshy, jointed stems, this resilient plant plays a vital role in coastal ecosystems. It is increasingly valued for its nutritional potential and applications in biotechnology and bioremediation.
- Family
- Amaranthaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Glasswort · Saltwort · 9 more
- Scientific synonyms
- Arthrocnemum · Sarcocornia
Names
Common Names
- glasswort
- saltwort
- samphire
- Glassworts
- Saltworts
- Sea Asparagus
- Sea Beans
- marsh samphires
- pickleweeds
- Marsh Samphire
- Pickleweed
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Esparragos de mar y jumes
- Vinagrillos
German:
- Queller
- Friesenkraut
- Glasschmelz
- Meeresspargel
- Salicorn
- Glasschmalz
- Queller
- Friesenkraut
- Glasschmalz
- Glasschmelz
French:
- salicorne
- cornichon de mer
- Salicorne
- Salicornes
- Salicorne
Scientific Names
Accepted name
SalicorniaSynonyms
- Arthrocnemum
- Sarcocornia
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Caryophyllales, it is classified under the family Amaranthaceae. Specifically, it is identified by the genus Salicornia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Caryophyllales | WCVP |
| Family | Amaranthaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Salicornia | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical presence across several regions in Northern Europe. It can be found growing in the coastal environments of Denmark. Additionally, its distribution extends to the northern territories of Finland. The species is also documented within the maritime landscapes of Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, its range includes the rugged shorelines of Norway.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
Chemicals
Salicornia has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, SAPONIN, Salt, oxalate, polyphenols.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| SAPONIN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Salt | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oxalate | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| polyphenols | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- 3 Biotech
SAPONIN
- 3 Biotech
Salt
- 3 Biotech
oxalate
- 3 Biotech
polyphenols
- 3 Biotech
Activities
Salicornia has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiproliferative, Hypoglycemic.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antiproliferative | 3 Biotech (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypoglycemic | 3 Biotech (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Salicornia has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include cancer, hypoglycemic.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| cancer | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hypoglycemic | 3 Biotech (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| 'sea vegetable' | 3 Biotech (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |