Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
constricta
ID:
579346

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rodman

Source:
cmp

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 205: 131 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578678

Common Names

  • Cakile Constricta
  • Constricta Air Plant
  • Constricta Tillandsia

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Description

Cakile constricta (also called Narrow-leaved 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 constricta 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 constricta has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cakile constricta 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 constricta

Cakile constricta is native to the Middle East. It is found in dry, sandy areas, often near the coast.

Cakile constricta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cakile constricta?

Cakile constricta

What is the common name of Cakile constricta?

Narrow-leaved sea rocket

What type of environment does Cakile constricta prefer?

Cakile constricta prefers a warm, sunny environment with well-drained soil.

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,

References