Brassica oleracea Wild cabbage (Cruciferae)

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Brassica oleracea
Wild cabbage
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The Brassica oleracea plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Cruciferae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Wild cabbage. Some home gardeners know the variety as B. sylvestris.

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Latin Name:  Brassica oleracea
Common Name:  Wild cabbage
Family:  Cruciferae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.2   Mature Width:

Habitat:  A rare plant of sea cliffs[5].

Medicinal Information: The leaves are cardiotonic and stomachic[240]. They have been used in the treatment of gout and rheumatism[240]. The leaves can be used as a poultice to cleanse infected wounds - the mid-rib is removed and the leaf ironed then placed on the affected area whilst still hot[254]. The poultice should not be left on too long or it an cause blisters[254]. The seeds are anthelmintic, diuretic, laxative and stomachic[240].

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