Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus), often misspelled as “Nustasium,” is a vibrant and easy-to-grow annual flowering plant known for its bright yellow, orange, and red trumpet-shaped flowers and distinctive round, lily-pad-like green leaves. It is valued both for its ornamental appeal and its culinary and medicinal uses.

• Appearance: Bright, cheerful flowers (orange, yellow, red) and distinctive round leaves, often with a central splash of color.
• Edibility: Flowers and leaves are edible, adding a tangy, peppery flavor to salads, teas, and garnishes.
• Medicinal: Contains Vitamin C; used traditionally for respiratory and urinary tract infections (UTIs), though scientific evidence varies.
• Companion Planting: Acts as a "trap crop" for aphids, luring them away from vegetables, and attracts pollinators like bees.