English
Tower Mustard
Latin
Arabis glabra
Anishinaabemowin
(Smith: misodjidamo' anuk)
Physical Description
Tower mustard has a four-petalled, pale yellow flower and characteristic gray green leaves and stem. The leaves of tower mustard are both basal and above, on the stem; these upper leaves have lobes that clasp the stem. The flowers of this species develop into long erect seed pods. Tower mustard grows to heights of 3 feet. It is found in dry open places such as old fields and roadsides. (Plants used by the Great Lakes Ojibwa, Meeker)
Uses & Preparation
Although this species was recognized and named by the Great Lakes Ojibwa, there was no reported use. (Plants used by the Great Lakes Ojibwa, Meeker)
Sources
Plants used by the Great Lakes Ojibwa, Meeker, Elias and Heim, Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission, Odanah, WI, 1993