Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
cakiloidea
ID:
678105

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.E.Schulz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 119: 56 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000677437



Common Names

  • Erucaria cakiloidea
  • Cakile-like Erucaria
  • Sea Rocket
  • Beach Rocket


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Synonyms

  • Erucaria hamrinensis Bornm. [unknown]
  • Raphanus cakiloideus DC. [unknown]

Description

Erucaria cakiloidea (also called Cakile-like Rocket, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves, with each leaf divided into several leaflets. It produces small white flowers with five petals and long, slender seedpods.

Uses & Benefits

Erucaria cakiloidea, commonly known as the Cakile erucaria, is an edible plant with a peppery flavor that can be used in salads, sandwiches, and other dishes. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as being a diuretic and helping with digestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erucaria cakiloidea has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erucaria cakiloidea is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to the island of Timor in Indonesia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Erucaria cakiloidea

Erucaria cakiloidea is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in many areas of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It is also found in parts of the United States, including California, Arizona, and New Mexico.

Erucaria cakiloidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erucaria cakiloidea?

Erucaria cakiloidea

What is the common name of Erucaria cakiloidea?

Cakiloidea erucaria

What type of plant is Erucaria cakiloidea?

Herbaceous perennial

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2798781: Based on the initial data import
Otto Eugen Schulz (1874-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.E.Schulz' in the authors string.