Monday, May 4, 2009

Brassica Juncea

AKA: Magna Mustard, Osaka Purple Mustard, Bau Sin Mustard, Crispifolia (Mizuna).

Planting: Rich well drained soil in full sun, hardy self seeding annual, 3’-4’.

Harvest: Leaves and flowers are picked when young and used fresh.

Culinary: Young leaves are eaten raw, pickled or cooked as vegetable. Seeds are ground and used as mustard! Sprouted seeds are added to salads.

Medicinal: A warming stimulant herb with antibiotic effects.

Third Eye Vision:

Seeded: Spring 2009 in C8, garden, F2

Links: Wiki

Sources:
The Royal Horticultural Society New Encyclopedia of Herbs and Their Uses (RHS)

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