Snow lettuce is a plant of the genus Brassica that is around 50cm in height and has many branches. It has a short stem but very long leaves, which can reach 45cm in length and 11cm in width.

It should be kept in a place with high drainage and high fertility, and shaded when there is a lot of light. It can be fertilized four times a year, but hydration depends on the weather. If there is a prolonged drought, rehydrate once, but if there is prolonged rain, drain promptly.

Expanded Information:

Snow lettuce and potherb mustard refer to the same thing, just two different designations. This is because when snow peas are frozen by winter frosts and snow, the stems and leaves change from green to reddish-red, hence the name potherb.

Snow lettuce contains more nutrients, although the fresh snow lettuce is rich in mustard oil, has a special spicy flavor. Therefore, whether it is fried, steamed or pickled for consumption is possible, but also loved by the general public. When you eat fresh snowdrops, pay attention to the best before frying with boiling water blanch again, so you can effectively remove the pungent flavor.