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elongated mustard
Scientific Name: Brassica elongata
Family: Brassicaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Elongated Mustard (Brassica elongata)
Brassica elongata, commonly known as elongated mustard or long-stalked rape, is a species of mustard plant with origins in Central and Eastern Europe. It's also known in Italian as "Cavolo di Persia".
Considerations for Pets
- This plant is an herb with erect, branched stems, which could be tempting for pets to chew on.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Brassica elongata Ehrh.
- Common Names: Elongated mustard, long-stalked rape
- Family: Brassicaceae (mustard family, also known as crucifers)
- Genus: Brassica L.
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to parts of Central Europe, Eastern Europe, and the Balkan Peninsula.
- It has become widespread in some counties of Colorado, USA.
Ecological Role
- Considered an exotic species in the U.S.
- In some areas, elongated mustard can invade and negatively impact native environments.
Morphological Characteristics
- Brassica elongata is a biennial, short-lived perennial, or sometimes winter annual herb.
- It has erect, branched stems that can grow up to 3 feet (0.9-1 meter) tall.
- Leaves are initially in a rosette at the base of the plant, later alternating up the stem.
- Flowers from June to August and the flowers are hermaphrodite.
Quirky Facts
- One variety, "Sakata," is a short-day cultivar that matures in 35-45 days, known for its sweetness and cold tolerance.