Editing Saltwort (section)

== Characteristics ==

* '''Physical Characteristics''': ''Salsola komarovii'' grows to a height of 20 to 50 centimeters (8 to 20 inches)<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salsola_komarovii</ref>. It has long, succulent leaves with a crunchy texture, making it appealing for culinary use<ref>https://southernseeds.com/products/saltwort-salsola-50-seeds-culinary-medicinal-herb-japanese-land-seaweed-gmo-free-salsola-komarovii</ref>.
* '''Growing Conditions''': It is well adapted to regular soils but originates from salt marshes in Japan<ref>https://southernseeds.com/products/saltwort-salsola-50-seeds-culinary-medicinal-herb-japanese-land-seaweed-gmo-free-salsola-komarovii</ref>. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and can be grown in USDA zones 8-10<ref>https://southernseeds.com/products/saltwort-salsola-50-seeds-culinary-medicinal-herb-japanese-land-seaweed-gmo-free-salsola-komarovii</ref>.
* '''Lifecycle''': Although often described as an annual, some sources incorrectly classify it as a perennial<ref>https://southernseeds.com/products/saltwort-salsola-50-seeds-culinary-medicinal-herb-japanese-land-seaweed-gmo-free-salsola-komarovii</ref>. It is typically grown by direct seeding in spring through midsummer<ref>https://southernseeds.com/products/saltwort-salsola-50-seeds-culinary-medicinal-herb-japanese-land-seaweed-gmo-free-salsola-komarovii</ref>.

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