Golden Samphire, Inula Crithmoides, Plants and Trees Newborough, Anglesey - Wales where to go, what to see and where to stay in Wales

Golden samphire (Inula crithmoides) is a perennial plant, which grows beside the seaside, on sea cliffs, and on salt marsh in Wales. Golden samphire may grow up to 1 m tall. Its leaves look like asparagus and indeed, it may be eaten raw or cooked. It has large yellow flower heads.