Shrubby swampfire is a succulent, too. The lower part of its stem is slightly lignified, which is one of the characteristics of perennial plants.
At the time of blooming, Shrubby Glasswort is nothing special owing to its reduced flowers, while in the autumn, when it acquires its beautiful red tinges, it certainly attracts all our attention. As there is not enough fresh water in the salty ground at that time, the plant does not acquire enough nitrogen and therefore colours itself red.