Salsola imbricata (Caroxylon imbricatum)

🌿 Salsola imbricata (Caroxylon imbricatum) – Desert-Resilient Halophyte

Description:
Salsola imbricata, also known as Caroxylon imbricatum, is a hardy, salt-tolerant shrub native to arid and semi-arid regions of the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia. This low-growing perennial thrives in poor, saline, and sandy soils—making it ideal for landscaping, erosion control, and drought-prone areas.

Key Features:

• ✅ Extreme Drought & Salt Tolerance – Grows where most plants fail

• ✅ Low Maintenance – Requires minimal water or care once established

• ✅ Soil Stabilizer – Helps prevent erosion in degraded land

• ✅ Fodder Value – Traditionally used as nutritious camel forage

• ✅ Medicinal Interest – Studied for its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties

Ideal For:

• Desert landscaping and eco-restoration

• Coastal or saline soils

• Sustainable gardening in water-scarce areas

• Agricultural research or fodder crops

Plant Details:

• 🌱 Type: Perennial shrub

• ☀️ Light: Full sun

• 🌾 Height: Up to 1.2 meters

• 🌍 Zones: Suitable for arid, tropical, and sub-tropical climates

• 🌿 Growth: Bushy with greyish-green, fleshy leaves

Available As:

• 🌱 Seeds

• 🌿 Live cuttings

• 🌾 Rooted young plants (limited stock)