Eruca vesicaria subsp. sativa (L.) Cav. (Mill.) Thel.
rocketsalad
Brassicaceae (Mustard family)
Introduction to Vascular Plants
rocketsalad
Brassicaceae (Mustard family)
Introduction to Vascular Plants
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Distribution of Eruca vesicaria subsp. sativa
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Introduction
Though treated in IFBC Vol 2 based on a single roadside plant in Coquitlam it should be considered as a casual in BC. Often grown in gardens (arugula), but does not persist. (Lomer 95-24 @ UBC)
Author: Frank Lomer, Honorary Research Associate, University of British Columbia Herbarium |
Illustration
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Illustration Source: The Illustrated Flora of British Columbia
Status Information
| Scientific Name | Origin Status | Provincial Status | BC List (Red Blue List) | COSEWIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eruca vesicaria | Exotic | SNA | Exotic | Not Listed |
| Eruca vesicaria ssp. sativa | Unlisted | Exotic | Not Listed |
BC Ministry of Environment: BC Species and Ecosystems Explorer.
Synonyms
Synonyms and Alternate Names:
Brassica eruca L.
Eruca eruca (L.) Aschers. & Graebn.
Raphanus eruca (L.) Crantz