| McHenry County Conservation District / McHenry County College / MustardBlack
Fall Wildflower - Yellow & Orange Gallery Information: MCCD #(815) 338-6223 |
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Black Mustard
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| Scientific Name: | Brassica nigra
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| Habitat/Season: | Fields & Waste Places / June-October
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| Comment: | Invasive
This native of Europe is a member of the genus that includes broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts. The seeds are eaten by songbirds as well as used in pickling recipes and making the condiment mustard. There are multiple species of mustar
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