Black mustard from Köhler’s Medicinal Plants / Brassica nigra

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Digital image of the Brassica nigra, commonly referred to as black mustard. Originally published in 1887 in Köhlers Medicinal Plants, the image has been meticulously enhanced and upscaled to provide the highest quality resolution possible. It serves as an excellent addition to any private or commercial project, including the creation of posters or other visual materials. The image boasts stunning clarity and detail, making it a captivating and inspiring piece. Its exceptional quality is sure to impress and elevate any project it is incorporated into.

Brassica nigra, commonly referred to as black mustard, is a hardy winter annual plant that belongs to the Brassicaceae family. It is widely cultivated for its pungent seeds and oil, which are used both for medicinal and culinary purposes. The plant has an upright growth habit, with branched stems that grow up to one meter tall. The bright yellow flowers produce small pods containing tiny black or dark brown seeds, which give off a spicy flavor when crushed or ground. Black mustard can thrive in a variety of soil types and climatic conditions but prefers moist and well-drained soils. It also possesses antimicrobial properties due to the presence of compounds like sinigrin, making it useful in the treatment against a wide range of diseases and infections. Its flavorful seeds have traditionally been used as a condiment in various dishes across Asia, Europe, and America; thus black mustard remains an important commercial crop worldwide.