Greek Mustard, Shortpod mustard
Hirschfeldia incana

Family: Brassicaceae or Cruciferae

What it is like

Hirschfeldia incana is a ANNUAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). It is in flower from June to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) 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. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Height (m): 1

Where it is found

Naturalized in sandy places in the Channel Islands, it is also a casual in southern England.

S. Europe - Greece to Turkey. Naturalized in Britain.

Conservation Status:

Countries/locations it is found in

How it is used

Food

Rating: 2

The young plant is eaten with oil and lemon juice in parts of Greece. The leaves of young plants are eaten raw. Seeds - raw or cooked. They can be ground into powder then mixed with water and eaten.

Seed: includes nuts, cereals, peas and beans.

Medicine

Rating: 0

Other

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How it is grown

We have no details on this species but it is likely to require a light well-drained soil and a sunny position.

Propagating it: Seed - sow spring in situ.

Best place to grow: Cultivated Beds;

Habit: Annual

Hardiness: 0-0

Growth:

Soil: Light (sandy), medium

Shade: Semi-shade, no shade

Moisture: Dry, moist

Things to keep in mind

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Brassica adpressa. Sinapis incana.