Status:
valid
Authors:
(Tzvelev) Tzvelev
Source:
cmp
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 68(2): 240. 1983 [21 Jan 1983]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000571738
Common Names
- Brassica taurica
- Tauric Mustard
- Tauric Brassica
Synonyms
- Brassica sylvestris taurica Tzvelev [unknown]
Description
Brassica taurica (also called the Crimean Mustard, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Brassicaceae family. It is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm in height, with a stem up to 1 cm in diameter. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and is found in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Brassica taurica is used as a vegetable and as a medicinal plant. It is known to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties. It is also used as a food preservative.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brassica taurica has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings have long, thin stems and oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brassica taurica is an annual plant that is grown as an annual in most climates. It prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed. Sow the seeds directly in the garden in early spring.
Where to Find Brassica taurica
Brassica taurica can be found in temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.
Brassica taurica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brassica taurica?
Brassica taurica
What are the common names of Brassica taurica?
Tauric Mustard, Tauric Wild Mustard
Where is Brassica taurica found?
Brassica taurica is found in the Mediterranean, Europe, and Asia
Species in the Brassica genus
Brassica assyriaca,
Brassica aucheri,
Brassica balearica,
Brassica barrelieri,
Brassica bourgeaui,
Brassica cadmea,
Brassica carinata,
Brassica cretica,
Brassica deflexa,
Brassica deserti,
Brassica desnottesii,
Brassica dimorpha,
Brassica elongata,
Brassica fruticulosa,
Brassica gravinae,
Brassica hilarionis,
Brassica insularis,
Brassica iranica,
Brassica juncea,
Brassica loncholoma,
Brassica macrocarpa,
Brassica maurorum,
Brassica montana,
Brassica montana,
Brassica napus,
Brassica nigra,
Brassica nivalis,
Brassica oleracea,
Brassica oxyrrhina,
Brassica procumbens,
Brassica rapa,
Brassica repanda,
Brassica rupestris,
Brassica setulosa,
Brassica somalensis,
Brassica souliei,
Brassica spinescens,
Brassica taurica,
Brassica tyrrhena,
Brassica villosa,
Brassica beytepeensis,
Brassica gallicum,
Brassica incana,
Brassica trichocarpa,
Brassica raimondoi,
Brassica baldensis,
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,