Salsola Kali (Noun)
Meaning
Bushy plant of Old World salt marshes and sea beaches having prickly leaves; burned to produce a crude soda ash.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Salsola kali plants are commonly found in coastal areas and serve as a natural habitat for various marine species.
- Historically, salsola kali was used to produce a crude form of sodium carbonate through burning its leaves.
- The salsola kali plant's ability to thrive in salty environments has led to extensive research on its potential uses in desalination.
- Salsola kali has been utilized as a source of soda ash for centuries, particularly during the ancient period of glass production.
- The burning of salsola kali produces a high-quality alkali suitable for various industrial applications.