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Oval-to-round and a delicious cross between a cantaloupe and a honeydew, the very fleshy juicy orangish-yellow pulp of the orange honeydew melon is encased in a hard very yellow matching rind.
Mache
Mache has been cultivated in France since the 17th century, and in France it is known as doucette. It is also known as "lamb's lettuce" because its leaves resemble the size and shape of a lamb's tongue.
Seasons/Availability
Upland watercress is available year round.
Current Facts
Cress is a general name that groups a class of sharply flavored greens that are used in salads and as potherbs. There are three major cresses. Upland watercress, scientific name Barbarea verna, is one of these perennial greens that should not be confused with watercress or pepper grass and thus, should be appropriately named Upland Cress. Other common names include Normandy Cress, Dryland Cress and Bank Cress.
Description/Taste
Upland Cress is both delicate and petite geometrically shaped lime green leaves and razor thin stems' featherweight composition is married with flavors full of pepper and spice. Upland Cress becomes more pungent, often acrid and less succulent with maturity. Maturing plants will produce fragrant yellow flowers with the same delicate texture and overt flavors. The entire plant is edible.
Nutritional Value
All Cress varieties are rich in Vitamins A & C, iron and calcium.
Geography/History
Upland Cress is known as a European green though its parentage can be traced to China. It is a cool season crop that is both cultivated and grows wild and weed-like. It prefers moist sandy clay soils rich in nitrogen and organic matter. Like most greens, Upland Cress prefers full sun to thrive, though the plant will bolt in hot climates.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Roppongi | San Diego CA | 858-551-5252 |
| Hotel La Jolla & Cusp Bar | La Jolla CA | 858-459-0261 |
| Jake's Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-755-2002 |
| Barbarella | San Diego CA | 858-454-7373 |
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Upland Watercress. One
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Santa Monica Farmers Market Near Santa Monica, California, United States About 32 days ago Spotter's comments : Yasutomi Farms has tender upland cress today. Whole Foods Market Near Lake Grove, New York, United States About 72 days ago |
