This non-native, weedy annual species was introduced from Europe. It has separate and small male and female flowers crowded in spikes on the same plant, growing up to 3 feet tall. The triangular shaped fruit holds it’s developing seeds.
This weedy species grows in ditches, especially where it tolerates salty soil. Examples of this plant were photographed at Camp Brewster; it’s abundance is not yet known.
This species has a number of other common names, including Common orach.
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