Seablite – Suaeda australis
Aussie Sea Fern ( Family Chenopodiaceae )
This coastal plant is related to Samphire and a relative of this plant is widely used throughout Europe as a sea vegetable ( sometimes referred to as ‘ Sea Spray “ ) . Seablite naturally grows in salty mudflats and saline estuaries . This green fern like succulent perennial shrub has often rich red stems and during autumn , red foliage .
At Reedy Creek Nursery , Seablite is organically cultivated, in growing boxes of composed sea weed . This sustainable production of Seablite can guarantee availability of tender stems all year round .
Uses; This Aussie Seablite can be used steamed , stir-fried or blanched. Is a great complement to seafood dishes.