Brassicaceae

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Latest Edit: Iva Lloyd, ND 2013-09-14 (EDT)

See Also Botanical Medicine
See Also Families of Herbs

Herbs in the Brassicaceae family, formally called the Cruciferae family include:

  • Amoracia rusticana
  • Brassica
  • Shepherd's-purse (Capsella bursa-pastoris)
  • Isatis
  • Maca (Lepidium meyenii)
  • Rorippa nasturtium-aquaticum
  • Sinapis

The following vegetables are in the Brassicaceae family. To learn more about the health impact of this family of herbs check out the page on cruciferous vegetables.

  • Cauliflower
  • Kale
  • Cabbage
  • Brussel Sprouts
  • Broccoli
  • Radish
  • Turnip
  • Horseradish

Spices in the Brassicaceae family include:

  • Watercress
  • Wasabi