Status:
valid
Authors:
Velen.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 9: 114 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578668
Common Names
- Cakile Arabica
- Arabica Air Plant
- Arabica Tillandsia
Description
Cakile arabica (also called Arabian Sea Rocket, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, ovate leaves and produces clusters of small, yellow-green flowers. It is commonly found in sandy soils and along coasts.
Uses & Benefits
Cakile arabica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and infusions with medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cakile arabica has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cakile arabica is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It can be cultivated in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.
Where to Find Cakile arabica
Cakile arabica is native to the Middle East. It is found in dry, sandy areas, often near the coast.
Cakile arabica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cakile arabica?
Cakile arabica
What is the common name of Cakile arabica?
Arabian sea rocket
What type of environment does Cakile arabica prefer?
Cakile arabica prefers a warm, sunny environment with well-drained soil.
Species in the Cakile genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,