Salt and seawater effects on the germination of Crithmum maritimum
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Abstract
Crithmum maritimum (Apiaceae), also called sea fennel, is a perennial halophyte that thrives on saline environments (rocky coasts, piers and breakwaters) along the Mediterranean countries, Pacific and Atlantic coasts [1]. Several uses are known for this plant: for culinary purposes, fresh leaves and young branches are pickled in vinegar and used as condiments. Leaves have also medicinal applications, as antiscorbutic, tonic, diuretic, and vermifuge substances [2].
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Seed Germination Germination Response Rocky Coast Culinary Purpose Triglochin Maritima
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