London rocket

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

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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