Diplotaxis tenuifolia
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Diplotaxis tenuifolia
Also known as:
Perennial Wall Rocket
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Herb layer
Format:
Smal
Height:
0.60 m
Width:
- m
Growth Rate:
-
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
5-9
Soil Moisture:
Moist, Permeable
Moist, Permeable
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves
Leaves
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
None
None
Description
Leaves - raw. These leaves are used in salads and have a strong cress flavor. They are spicy and resemble arugula, but with an even stronger flavor. The leaves make a great addition to mixed salads, but are too intense to be used in large quantities on their own. The plant is very productive and provides leaves from early spring to fall.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/04
End of Harvest:
31/10
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Arbutus unedoxaera Strawberry Tree |
Provides habitat for beneficial insects that can control pests affecting Diplotaxis tenuifolia. |
|
Juglans microcarpa Texas Walnut, Little walnut, Stewart's little walnut |
Improves soil structure and nutrient availability through deep rooting and organic matter. |
|
Hyssopus officinalis Hyssop |
Repels pests and enhances flavor of the surrounding plants. |
|
Rhus typhina Sumach |
Attracts beneficial insects and provides nitrogen through its root system. |
|
Prunus domestica Plum |
Enhances biodiversity and provides shade which can help with temperature control for Diplotaxis. |