Elongated mustard (Brassica elongata)

Family: Brassicaceae or Cruciferae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Brassica elongata is a BIENNIAL/PERENNIAL growing to 0.9 m (3ft). It is in flower from June to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves - cooked. An edible oil is obtained from the seed. — An edible oil is obtained from the seed.

Habitat & North American Range

Arable land and roadsides. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)