Family: Brassicaceae Genus: Coincya  

Species: Coincya monensis (L.) Greuter & Burdet

Common Name(s): Isle of Man cabbage, smelly wallflower; (Spanish) jamarguillo de roca

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Coincya monensis, a plant from the mustard family, is native to Europe and is found primarily in the British Isles, including the Isle of Man, from which it derives its common name, Isle of Man cabbage. It is also distributed in parts of France, Spain, and Portugal. The plant typically grows in coastal areas, grasslands, and disturbed habitats.212

Gastronomy

While Coincya monensis is not specifically cultivated for culinary purposes and there exists limited information regarding its edibility, some other members of the Brassicaceae family, such as cabbage and mustard, are widely used as food crops.213

Ecology

Coincya monensis is considered an important plant species for coastal ecosystems, where it plays a role in stabilizing sand dunes and providing habitat and food for insects and birds. In some regions, Coincya monensis is considered rare or threatened due to habitat loss, land development, and competition from invasive species. Conservation efforts may include habitat restoration and protection measures to conserve populations of this plant.214