It is a plant rich in iodine, bromine and other minerals. It has a concentration of ascorbic acid (

Samphire (Crithum maritimum) is a typical plant of rocky coastline good living on cliffs reaching almost to where splashing waves. It grows well in sandy or pebbly environments very close to the rock. Samphire is the most common species in our coastal rocky coast. Despite its name, the only thing that's apparent with fennel "terrestrial" (Foeniculum vulgare) is their appearance and especially the inflorescence umbel the way.
Both fennel and samphire have shaped inflorescences umbel Like most typical plants of the coast has a number of adaptations to survive an environment so inhospitable. In this case, the plant has leaves succulent (fleshy) and hairless (of course).
It is a plant rich in iodine, bromine and other minerals. It has a concentration of ascorbic acid (vitamin C) very high, why has passed into history as an antiscorbutic plant, part of the diet of transoceanic sailors.
Ses Illes, samphire is greatly appreciated and consumed regularly preserved in vinegar. It is used to accompany caution sign the bread with olive oil, salads and even some baked fish. In the Balearic Islands, this plant is protected by the government since 2005 to prevent overfishing and requires caution sign a permit to harvest it. Nonetheless there are many poachers who skip the law and being carried this species at levels caution sign quite disturbing. The market demand for this product is becoming increasingly high and makes for companies caution sign specializing in the preparation and preservation.
The fame of samphire has spread to other places in Majorca where the product is considered a "delicacy." In Britain, especially in Germany, the meerfenchel, name this plant is known, is becoming known. Even the prestigious "Der Spiegel," calls "the caution sign magical herb of Majorca."
The best time for harvesting are the months of May and June when the plant is in good condition. The preparation of samphire is to leave the buds in water and salt for a month, then placed in containers with vinegar for another month.
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