The aim of this guide is to assist those interested in identifying saltmarsh vegetation within the coastal zone of Queensland. It is a guide only to identifying saltmarsh species. Microscopic investigation is often required to accurately identify species and sub-species and assistance with identification to higher levels should be sought from the Queensland Herbarium.

It should be noted that this guide only contains the most common species and is not an exhaustive list of species found in saltmarsh.

The guide has been divided into three main sections: succulent plants; grasses, rushes and sedge plants; and other plant types. Descriptions are provided, along with photographs, flowering periods, drawings and Queensland distribution maps.

The key at the beginning of each section mayfurtherassistin the identification of the species.

Distribution Map

A distribution map (example below) indicates where a species is commonly found.

Plant Icons

The plant icons shown below indicate the features of the species.

Flowering Period

The flowering period of the species is shown below, each month is highlighted when the species is known to flower.