Sea Rocket (Cakile maritima)
Sea Rocket (Cakile maritima) is a succulent annual plant native to coastal regions, known for its fleshy leaves and pink to purple flowers that appear in summer.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun for optimal growth and flowering.
Watering
Water moderately, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Drought tolerant once established.
Soil
Well-drained, sandy soils are preferred. Tolerates saline conditions.
Temperature
Grows best in moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Fertilize sparingly.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun for optimal growth and flowering.
Needs at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Water moderately, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Drought tolerant once established.
Well-drained, sandy soils are preferred. Tolerates saline conditions.
Grows best in moderate temperatures.
Ideal range is 15-25 °C.
Outdoor
Fertilize sparingly.
A light feeding in spring is usually sufficient.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.1-0.4 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None (Annual)
Leaf Color
Green, Glaucous
Leaf Type
Succulent, Oblong to Spatulate
Flower Size
1-2 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
70000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderBrassicales
- familyBrassicaceae
- genusCakile
- speciesCakile maritima
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
Non-toxic to pets and humans.