Species PlantsAmerican Sea Rocket

American Sea Rocket

Cakile edentula

CommonPlant
Illustration of American Sea Rocket (Cakile edentula)

American Sea Rocket is a succulent plant with fleshy leaves and small white or purple flowers. It is named for its rocket-shaped seed pods.

Habitat
Found on sandy beaches and coastal dunes.
Diet
Pollinated by bees and other insects.
How common
Common

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