PatternBaseHalogeton
Halogeton glomeratus, Amaranthaceae
Zones
4–9
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast
Guild Roles
Dynamic AccumulatorGround Cover
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (preferred)
Water
Low (established)Low (seedling)
Soil pH
7 – 9.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Antagonistic Plants
Mediterranean SaltbushAtriplex halimus
Halogeton produces oxalates and high salt concentrations that inhibit growth of other halophytes
Shrubby Bean CaperZygophyllum dumosumBoth plants compete for limited water resources and may exhibit allelopathic interactions in saline soils
Mediterranean SaltwortSalsola vermiculataMediterranean Saltwort competes with Halogeton for water and may release allelopathic compounds
Uses
Functions
Salt AccumulationSoil RemediationGround CoverPioneer Species
Edible Parts
Seeds
Common Questions
What zones does Halogeton grow in?
Halogeton grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.
Design guilds with Halogeton and see companion relationships visually.
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