Inula crithmoides Golden samphire (Compositae)

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Inula crithmoides
Golden samphire
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The Inula crithmoides plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Compositae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Golden samphire.

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Latin Name:  Inula crithmoides
Common Name:  Golden samphire
Family:  Compositae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Salt marshes, shingle banks and maritime cliffs[17].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in an ordinary garden soil in a sunny position[1]. One report says that the plant dislikes shade whilst another says that it succeeds in a shady border[37]. The plant needs to be watered frequently and given some salt occasionally[37].

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