Wild Mustard, Charlock
Brassica kaber
Family: Brassicaceae
What it is like
A cabbage family herb. It grows 25-65 cm high. The lower leaves vary in size and are deeply divided. The upper leaves are small and have deep teeth. The flowers are small and yellow. They are 5 mm across. They are in dense clusters. The fruit is a long smooth pod.
There are about 30 Brassica species and many cultivated varieties.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It will grow in most soils. It is resistant to frost but damaged by drought.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, Canada, Europe (country/location of origin), North America, USA
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Plants are grown by seed.