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Greek Mustard
Hirschfeldia incana

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Herb: Greek Mustard

Latin name: Hirschfeldia incana

Synonyms: Brassica adpressa, Sinapis incana

Family: Cruciferae

Edible parts of Greek Mustard:

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.

Description of the plant:

Habitat of the herb:

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

Propagation of Greek Mustard:

Seed - sow spring in situ.

Cultivation of the herb:

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

Medicinal use of Greek Mustard:

None known

Known hazards of Hirschfeldia incana:

None known

Plant information taken from the Plants For A Future.