Nasturtium
FlowersPrincipiante

Nasturtium

Tropaeolum majus

Nombre Científico

Tropaeolum majus

Familia

Tropaeolaceae

Origen

Peru and Colombia

Tipo

Annual

50-60 days

Usos Culinarios

Sabor: Peppery, watercress-like, slightly sweet

  • Flowers and leaves in salads
  • Pickled seeds (poor man's capers)
  • Flavored vinegars
  • Stuffed flowers
  • Peppery garnish

Calendario de Plantación

Sembrar en Interior

MarchApril

Sembrar al Aire Libre

MayJune

Cosecha

JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctober

Beneficios para la Salud

  • Natural antibiotic properties
  • High in vitamin C
  • Traditional for respiratory infections
  • May help with urinary tract issues
  • Topical antiseptic