Brassica balearica
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Basic Information
Family: Brassicaceae or Cruciferae
Genus: brassica
Plant ID (slug): brassica-balearica
Numeric ID: 24910
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Brassica balearica is a PERENNIAL. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil. The plant can tolerate maritime exposure.
Distribution
Europe - Majorca.
Habitats
Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: The plant is said to be used as a vegetable[177, 183]. We do not know what part of the plant is used though it is most likely to be the leaves[K].
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Brassica balearica