Also known as Broad-Leaf Mustard · Charlock · Chinese Mustard
Brown Mustard (Brassica juncea) is an important cultivated plant for its edible leaves and seeds, widely used in culinary and medicinal applications globally.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun is ideal for most vigorous growth.
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Regular watering is essential for optimal growth.
75% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, avoid waterlogging.
Loamy, Sandy, Clay
50% intensity
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.
75% intensity
Ideal growth occurs between 15-22°C. Can tolerate light frost.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Benefits from regular feeding during the growing season.
50% intensity
Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged. Water regularly, especially during dry spells and when the plant is actively growing.
Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings to prevent root rot and fungal diseases.
Pruning is generally not required for Brassica juncea, as it is typically harvested before significant pruning becomes necessary. If plants become leggy, light trimming can encourage bushier growth, but this is more common for ornamental varieties.
Brassica juncea is primarily grown from seed. Sow seeds directly into the garden or a container in early spring or late summer. Seeds germinate quickly in warm soil, typically within 5-10 days.
Thin seedlings to the desired spacing once they have a few true leaves.
Repotting is usually not necessary as Brassica juncea is an annual crop often harvested before it outgrows its container. If growing in pots and plants become root-bound, transplant them to a slightly larger container with fresh potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Brown Mustard (Brassica juncea)
9 known issues from plant disease data
Blackleg on Mustard causes dark leaf spots and sunken stem lesions that weaken plants, leading to cankers and dieback.
Black rot on Mustard causes V-shaped yellow leaf lesions with blackened veins, followed by wilting and poor plant growth.
White leaf spot on Mustard causes small pale spots with white to gray centers that spread across leaves and reduce green tissue.
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Brassicales |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Genus | Brassica |
| Species | Brassica juncea |
Similar in genus Brassica
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
