Corn Rocket, Crested wartycabbage

Bunias erucago

Physical Characteristics

Bunias erucago is a ANNUAL/BIENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from May to August, and the seeds ripen from July to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

S. Europe. A rare casual in Britain[17].

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Root Edible Uses: Leaves and young stems - raw or cooked[2, 64, 61, 105, 177]. A characteristic aromatic flavour that goes well with beans[183]. The young and tender leaves make a refreshing spring soup[89, 183]. Root - raw[17, 264]. It can be sliced thinly or grated and then be added to salads[89].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known