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star-mustard
Scientific Name: Coincya
Family: Brassicaceae
Category: Dicot
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Coincya monensis (L.) Greuter & Burdet: Star-Mustard
This page provides information about the plant known as star-mustard.
Considerations for Pets
- The plant has heavy leaves and petioles, which might present a chewing hazard for some animals.
Considerations for Children
- The plant has heavy leaves and petioles, which might present a chewing hazard for children.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Coincya monensis (L.) Greuter & Burdet
- Common Name: Star-mustard
- Subspecies: Coincya monensis subsp. recurvata (All.) Leadley
Distribution and Habitat
- Star-mustard is described as an introduced plant in eight U.S. states.
Ecological Role
- The text notes that star-mustard is the same species as the Isle of Man cabbage but a different subspecies, suggesting potential implications for its presence in different environments.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is described as a "lovely, unique, fern-leafed mustard."
- The text mentions "heavy leaves and petioles."
Other Characteristics
- It is described as "very pungent raw, milder when cooked."
- It is a cold-hardy plant, best planted for fall.
Further Information
- The text mentions "USDA PLANTS Symbol: COMO9."