Corn Rocket (Bunias erucago)

Family: Brassicaceae or Cruciferae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Bunias erucago is a ANNUAL/BIENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from May to August, and the seeds ripen from July to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and can grow in nutritionally poor soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Shoots, Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

aromatic flavour that goes well with beans. — Leaves and young stems - raw or cooked.; A characteristic aromatic flavour that goes well with beans.; The young and tender leaves make a refreshing spring soup.; It can be sliced thinly or grated and then be added to salads.

Habitat & North American Range

Fields and roadsides, usually on rather poor soils. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)