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Gulf Coast searocket
Scientific Name: Cakile constricta
Family: Brassicaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Gulf Coast Sea Rocket
This page provides information about the Gulf Coast Sea Rocket, based on various mentions and contexts found online.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- Sea Rocket is reported to grow wild in coastal areas, suggesting it may be encountered during outdoor activities.
- The text mentions "succulent sea rocket," implying it might be attractive to pets or children, though no specific toxicity information is provided.
- It is a member of the mustard family, raising the potential for mild irritation if ingested.
Scientific Name and Common Names
- Scientific Name: Cakile constricta Rodman
- Common Name: Gulf Coast Sea Rocket
- Another common name mentioned is American Sea Rocket (referring to Cakile edentula, a related species)
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Family: Brassicaceae (Mustard Family)
- Genus: Cakile
- Species: Cakile constricta
- Synonyms: Cakile chapmanii, Cakile fusiformis, Cakile geniculata
Distribution and Habitat
- The Gulf Coast Sea Rocket is found naturally occurring coast-wide in Louisiana.
- It is found in coastal areas, particularly along the Gulf of Mexico.
- It is a pioneer species that colonizes dune areas.
Ecological Role
- The Sea Rocket is an annual that re-colonizes areas after storms.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is described as a forb/herb.
- The Gulf sea rocket can be distinguished by its alternating branched fruit.
- It grows like most other plants in the mustard family.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- It is a host plant for certain species, including the Gulf Coast Swallow-wort.