white mustard

• Espécie de planta da família das crucíferas (Sinapis alba), cujas sementes são usadas para produzir mostarda suave e como cultura de cobertura na agricultura.

A plant species (Sinapis alba) whose seeds are used to produce mild mustard condiment and as a cover crop in agriculture.

1. Plant and seedB1formal

   A plant (Sinapis alba) whose seeds are used to produce mild mustard, often used in pickling and cooking.

   Planta e sementes

   • White mustard seeds are commonly used in pickling brine.
   • The farmer planted a field of white mustard for cover cropping.
   • White mustard has a milder flavor compared to black mustard.

2. Cover cropB2formal

   A fast-growing plant used in agriculture to improve soil health and suppress weeds.

   Cultura de cobertura

   • White mustard is often grown as a green manure crop.
   • The garden was sown with white mustard to prevent erosion.
   • Farmers use white mustard to add organic matter to the soil.