Japanese Mustard-Spinach Mustard
(Komatsunn). Offered by some dealer in the South as Tendergreen. A quick-growing vegetable of Oriental origin. In Japan it takes the place of spinach as it remains tender even in dry weather. It is virtually an all season plant. Withstands extreme summer heat, also resistant to cold weather. The large, oblong leaves are dark green in color with a very small center rib. The leaves are cooked and prepared for table the same as spinach and turnip or mustard greens. It compares favorably to these greens in eating qualities. Does not make roots like turnips, only small thin roots about 2 or 3 inches in length.
Originally listed in: Porter and Sons mid-20th-century pricelist
(Komatsunn). Offered by some dealer in the South as Tendergreen. A quick-growing vegetable of Oriental origin. In Japan it takes the place of spinach as it remains tender even in dry weather. It is virtually an all season plant. Withstands extreme summer heat, also resistant to cold weather. The large, oblong leaves are dark green in color with a very small center rib. The leaves are cooked and prepared for table the same as spinach and turnip or mustard greens. It compares favorably to these greens in eating qualities. Does not make roots like turnips, only small thin roots about 2 or 3 inches in length.
Originally listed in: Porter and Sons mid-20th-century pricelist