Arugula

Arugula looks like a longer leaf cabbage,  the open lettuce and is eaten raw in salads with oil and vinegar or in a garnish. It is rich in vitamin C and potassium. It is grown as an eatable herb in the Mediterranean area since roman times. Arugula is traditionally collected in the wild. In west Asia and northern India arugula seeds are pressed to make   taramira oil. In Italy arugula is often added to pizza. It is a herb and  can grow to 24"-36" tall (60-90 cm tall). It is known as aruca salad rocket and is possibly a type of cabbage. It can be eaten raw. It takes up to 12"-18" of space (30-45cm). It has a inflorescence and young fruit for Rucola. Before the 80's arugula was not well known to the English. It is a sweet and peppery digestive alcohol called Arucolino, made on the island of Ishcia, in the gulf of Naples, Florida. The liqueur is a local specialty enjoyed in small quantities.