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Brown mustard

Brassica juncea

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The Brown Mustard (Brassica juncea) is a species in the genus Brassica. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions. Widely distributed across Africa (9 countries), Asia (9 countries), Europe (26 countries), North America (7 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Colombia).

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (9 countries), Asia (9 countries), Europe (26 countries), North America (7 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Colombia).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Brassicales (Brassicales)

Species

Brassica juncea (Brown mustard)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish mostaza india

French Chou faux Jonc

German Ruten-Kohl

Portuguese mostarda

Indonesian sawi

Similar Species in Brassica

Mediterranean cabbage

Brassica tournefortii

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Brown mustard?

The scientific name of Brown mustard is Brassica juncea. It belongs to the genus Brassica.

Where does Brown mustard live?

Brown mustard is found in Widely distributed across Africa (9 countries), Asia (9 countries), Europe (26 countries), North America (7 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands), and South America (Argentina, Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Angola, Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Burundi, Canada, Central African Republic, Colombia.

What family does Brown mustard belong to?

Brown mustard (Brassica juncea) belongs to the genus Brassica, which is part of the taxonomic family Brassicaceae.

What kingdom does Brown mustard belong to?

Brown mustard (Brassica juncea) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Brown mustard?

The closest relatives of Brown mustard in the genus Brassica include Black Mustard, Cabbage, Ethiopian Rape, Field mustard, Long-stalked Rape.