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MustardBlack Common Name:
Black Mustard
 
 
Scientific Name: Brassica nigra

 

Habitat/Season: Fields & Waste Places / June-October

 

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