Isle Of Man Cabbage (Rhynchosinapis monensis)
At a glance
- Lifecycle
- Biennial
- Exposure
- Full sun
Cultivation
This species is endemic to Britain. See the plants native habitat for ideas on its cultural needs.
Propagation
Seed - sow spring in a cold frame. Germination usually takes place within 2 weeks. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. If you have sufficient seed then it would be worthwhile sowing it outdoors in situ in mid to late spring.
Edible uses
Leaves - raw or cooked. A flavour somewhere between a cabbage and a radish[K].
Habitat
West coast of Britain from N. Devon to Kintyre.
Native range
Britain.