London rocket (Sisymbrium irio)
London rocket, also known as London Rocket, Hedge Mustard
London rocket (Sisymbrium irio) is an annual herb that can reach up to 91 cm in height. It features small yellow flowers with four petals. The plant's leaves, seeds, and flowers are all edible. Historically, the Bedouin people have used the leaves as a tobacco substitute.
Key Facts About London rocket
Attributes of London rocket
Lifespan
Annual, Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
30 cm to 61 cm
Spread
15 cm to 23 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
Yellow Gold
Scientific Classification of London rocket
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Brassicales
Family
Cruciferae
Genus
Hedge mustard
Species
London rocket