Arugula

Eruca vesicaria

Other names: Rocket, Eruca, Salad rocket, Garden rocket, Colewort, Roquette, Ruchetta, Rucola, Rucoli

Arugula is an edible annual plant in the family Brassicaceae. The seeds produce fast growing plants with tender, deeply lobed leaves and a bold, peppery flavor. Easy to grow in gardens or containers, arugula thrives in cool weather and is perfect for fresh salads, sandwiches, and garnishes.