
Chinese mustard (Brassica juncea)
Chinese mustard, also known as Oriental mustard, Indian mustard, Mustard greens
*Brassica juncea*, commonly known as mustard greens or Indian mustard, is an annual herb that typically reaches heights of 30 to 46 cm. While it can become invasive in certain regions, it is highly valued for its edible parts. The leaves and flowers have a hot mustard flavor. Young leaves are great for salads, while older leaves are better suited for cooking. The seeds, harvested from summer to fall, are used to add a spicy mustard taste to various dishes.
Key Facts About Chinese mustard
Attributes of Chinese mustard
Lifespan
Annual, Biennial, Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
30 cm to 1.5 m
Spread
30 cm to 90 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
7 mm to 1 cm
Flower Color
Yellow
Scientific Classification of Chinese mustard
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Mustards, capers, and allies
Family
Cruciferae
Genus
Kales
Species
Chinese mustard