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Arugula
Eruca vesicaria
Scientific Name
Eruca vesicaria
Family
Brassicaceae
Origin
Mediterranean region
Type
Annual
30-40 days
Culinary Uses
Flavor: Peppery, nutty, slightly bitter
- Fresh salads
- Pizza topping
- Pesto
- Sandwiches
- Garnish
Planting Calendar
Sow Indoors
FebruaryMarch
Sow Outdoors
MarchAprilAugustSeptember
Harvest
AprilMayJuneSeptemberOctoberNovember
Health Benefits
- High in vitamin K
- Contains nitrates for cardiovascular health
- Good source of calcium
- Contains chlorophyll
- May have aphrodisiac properties (traditional)