Brassica oleracea x
Big stem broccoli
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Summary
Source: WikipediaBrassica oleracea, also known as wild cabbage in its uncultivated form, is a plant of the family Brassicaceae. The species originated from feral populations of related plants in the Eastern Mediterranean, where it was most likely first cultivated. It has many common cultivars that are used as culinary vegetables, including cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, romanesco, kale, Brussels sprout, collard, Savoy cabbage, kohlrabi, and gai lan.
Description
A cabbage family herb. It has a swollen kohlrabi-like stem and a broccoli-like head.
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Edible Uses
The stem can be prepared and eaten like kohlrabi, while the flower head is used like broccoli.
Traditional Uses
The stem and flower head can be used like kohlrabi and broccoli respectively.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
North America,
Synonyms
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Brassica oleracea var. sabellica
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Brassica oleracea var. viridis
Collards, Spring-heading cabbage, Tall kale
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