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Sinapis is a genus of plants in the family Brassicaceae, commonly known as mustard or charlock. The genus includes a number of species of annual and perennial herbs, shrubs, and vines. Sinapis species are native to the Old World, with the majority of species found in Africa, Europe, and Asia.

The most well-known species within the genus is the common mustard, Sinapis arvensis, which is a naturalized annual herb found in many parts of the world. It has been introduced to new regions as a contaminant of crops and has become a common weed. The plant grows to a height of approximately 20-60 cm, with a simple or branching stem and a terminal inflorescence.

Other species within the genus include Sinapis cretensis, a perennial herb found in the Mediterranean region, and Sinapis pubescens, an annual herb found in Africa. Sinapis species are often found in disturbed areas and are capable of producing large quantities of seeds, leading to their establishment in new regions.

The plants within the genus have been used in various capacities throughout history.Mustard seeds have been used as a spice and ingredient in cooking, as well as for their medicinal properties. The plants have also been used as a crop, with some species serving as a rotational crop to control pests and diseases in agricultural fields.

In addition to their agricultural importance, Sinapis species have been the subject of research in the fields of botany, ecology, and evolutionary biology. The genus provides insight into the evolutionary processes that have shaped plant diversity and continues to be an important area of study in the natural sciences.