Sea Rocket

A clump of sea rocket (Cakile maritima) growing at the top of the beach in front of the Temple Car Park in Lower Largo. A member of the cabbage family (Cruciferae) it has fleshy succulent leaves which conserve water. It will tolerate being covered by sand and will grow through it. It is an annual and its seeds, which are resistant to salt are dispersed by the tides. It is usually found at or just above the strand line.