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sea rocket

Cakile maritima

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Europe (10 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

French cakilier
German Europäischer Meersenf

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of sea rocket?
The scientific name of sea rocket is Cakile maritima. It belongs to the genus Cakile.
What is the conservation status of sea rocket?
sea rocket (Cakile maritima) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does sea rocket live?
sea rocket is found in Widely distributed across Europe (10 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belarus, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Iceland.
What family does sea rocket belong to?
sea rocket (Cakile maritima) belongs to the genus Cakile, which is part of the taxonomic family Brassicaceae.
Is sea rocket endangered?
No, sea rocket (Cakile maritima) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does sea rocket belong to?
sea rocket (Cakile maritima) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).
What are the closest relatives of sea rocket?
The closest relatives of sea rocket in the genus Cakile include American Sea Rocket, sea rocket.

Native Range — 17 Countries

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