Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cakilefolia
ID:
116207

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 5: 690 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000115536



Common Names

  • Ursinia Cakilefolia
  • Sea Rocket
  • Beach Rocket


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Description

Ursinia cakilefolia (also called Sea Rocket, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with yellow flowers. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa and is found in coastal areas, sand dunes, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ursinia cakilefolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to provide shade and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ursinia cakilefolia is yellow and daisy-like, with numerous petals. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ursinia cakilefolia is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Ursinia cakilefolia

Ursinia cakilefolia is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the wild there. It can also be found in nurseries and garden centers in some parts of Europe and North America.

Ursinia cakilefolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ursinia cakilefolia?

Ursinia cakilefolia

What type of plant is Ursinia cakilefolia?

It is an annual herb

Where is Ursinia cakilefolia found?

It is found in South Africa

Species in the Ursinia genus

Ursinia punctata, Ursinia nudicaulis, Ursinia pilifera, Ursinia nana, Ursinia scariosa, Ursinia abrotanifolia, Ursinia odorata, Ursinia tenuifolia, Ursinia merxmuelleri, Ursinia subflosculosa, Ursinia quinquepartita, Ursinia coronopifolia, Ursinia eckloniana, Ursinia pilifera, Ursinia serrata, Ursinia rigidula, Ursinia alpina, Ursinia heterodonta, Ursinia pinnata, Ursinia sericea, Ursinia dentata, Ursinia macropoda, Ursinia filipes, Ursinia montana, Ursinia pygmaea, Ursinia saxatilis, Ursinia anethoides, Ursinia hispida, Ursinia cakilefolia, Ursinia oreogena, Ursinia trifida, Ursinia chrysanthemoides, Ursinia discolor, Ursinia frutescens, Ursinia dregeana, Ursinia calenduliflora, Ursinia brachyloba, Ursinia serrata, Ursinia paleacea, Ursinia tenuiloba, Ursinia speciosa, Ursinia caledonica, Ursinia anthemoides, Ursinia trifida, Ursinia arida, Ursinia glandulosa,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

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