Spanish Mustard (Erucaria Hispanica) is a annual or biennial herb in the Brassicaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Erucaria hispanica is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Brassicaceae family, native to the Mediterranean region extending to Iran and the Arabian Peninsula.

Spanish Mustard

Spanish Mustard

Erucaria Hispanica

Erucaria hispanica is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Brassicaceae family, native to the Mediterranean region extending to Iran and the Arabian Peninsula.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual or biennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Spanish Mustard

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Brassicaceae
Genus:Erucaria