Brassica napus var. biennis
(Schubl. & G. Martens) Rchb.
Winter rape
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Description
A biennial Brassicaceae herb found in temperate regions, grown for its edible leaves.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are eaten as a vegetable.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Australia, Balkans, Macedonia,
Notes
There are about 30 Brassica species and many cultivated varieties.
References (2)
- Deutschl. Fl. 1:107, t. 93. 1837-1838 (Icon. fl. germ. helv.)
- van Wyk, B., 2005, Food Plants of the World. An illustrated guide. Timber press. p 97
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