“Shoots of the halophyte Salicornia bigelovii are larger and more succulent when grown in highly saline environments.”

“Open grasslands and open halophyte grasslands predominate in both study areas, interspersed with Chihuahuan desert scrublands.”

“Provides new science-based information on physiological aspects of salinity tolerance in plants, as well as bio-geographical information on halophyte communities.”

“Great attention has been paid to the salt tolerance of halophytes at different seedling stages.”

“Physiologically salt tolerance is also complex, with halophytes and less tolerant plants showing a wide range of adaptations.”

“However, the mechanisms taken by the seeds of halophytes to adapt to saline stress are still poorly understood.”