Definition: In the English New King James Version (KJV), "Alithea" refers to a type of plant that grows in saltwater, which gives it an unusual appearance due to its translucent green stem and leaves. It's often known for being called "the Salt Plant." The term is derived from the Greek ἄλιτη (alitha) meaning "to boil," indicating that this plant has grown quite large or significant in its environment, especially saltwater. The word 'Alithea' comes from the Latin word alitheus ("to boil") and was originally used to describe saltwater plants. It's often referred to as a type of plant used in saltwater gardening, particularly in gardens where salt can be added for fish and aquatic life. In simpler terms, Alithea is a saltwater plant that looks like salt or has a translucent green stem and leaves due to its abundance of salt crystals within its cells.

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