Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
geniculata
ID:
579369

Status:
valid

Authors:
Millsp.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 2: 126 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000578701

Common Names

  • Cakile Geniculata
  • Geniculata Air Plant
  • Geniculata Tillandsia

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Synonyms

  • Cakile lanceolata geniculata (B.L.Rob.) Shinners [unknown]
  • Cakile maritima geniculata B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Cakile geniculata (also called Knotted 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 geniculata 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 geniculata 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 geniculata 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 geniculata

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

Cakile geniculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cakile geniculata?

Cakile geniculata

What is the common name of Cakile geniculata?

Kneed sea rocket

What type of environment does Cakile geniculata prefer?

Cakile geniculata 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