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Kale (/ k eɪ l /), also called leaf cabbage, belongs to a group of cabbage (Brassica oleracea) cultivars primarily grown for their edible leaves. It has also been used as an ornamental plant.
Brassica plants have been the subject of much scientific interest for their agricultural importance. Six particular species ( B. carinata , B. juncea , B. oleracea , B. napus , B. nigra , and B. rapa ) evolved by the combining of chromosomes from three earlier species, as described by the triangle of U theory.
Brassica oleracea, or wild cabbage, is a species of Brassica native to coastal southern and western Europe . Its tolerance of salt and lime, and its dislike of competition from other plants, restrict it to limestone sea cliffs, like the chalk cliffs on both sides of the English Channel.
Collard is a group of loose-leafed cultivars of Brassica oleracea, the same species as many common vegetables including cabbage and broccoli. Part of the Acephala (kale) cultivar group, it is also classified as the variety B. oleracea var. viridis.
Brassica oleracea is a plant species from family Brassicaceae that includes many common cultivars used as vegetables, such as cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kale, Brussels sprouts, collard greens, Savoy cabbage, kohlrabi, and gai lan.
May 15, 2024 · cabbage, ( Brassica oleracea ), vegetable and fodder plant of the mustard family ( Brassicaceae ), the various agricultural forms of which have been developed by long cultivation from the wild cabbage ( Brassica oleracea ).
Mar 20, 2013 · Brassica oleracea (Wild Cabbage) - Practical Plants. Wild Cabbage. a biennial or perennial herbaceous vegetable of the Brassica genus in the family Brassicaceae. Although the wild species has limited uses it has been selectively bred to produce numerous and varied cultivars which account for a great deal of common garden vegetables. Niche.
