
list of plants in the family Brassicaceae - Encyclopedia Britannica
Commonly known as the mustard family, Brassicaceae contains some 338 genera and more than 3,700 species of flowering plants distributed throughout the world. Brassicaceae species are …
Brassica Vegetable Guide: 15 Types of Brassicas - MasterClass
Jun 7, 2021 · Brassicas are among the most commonly cultivated vegetables in the world, and some of the most nutritious vegetables you can eat. The Brassica oleracea family of …
Brassica - Wikipedia
Brassica (/ ˈ b r æ s ɪ k ə /) is a genus of plants in the cabbage and mustard family (Brassicaceae). The members of the genus are informally known as cruciferous vegetables, …
Brassica | Cruciferous, Edible, Nutritious | Britannica
Feb 1, 2025 · Brassica plants are pungent herbs with a diversity of growth habits. The plants generally have lobed or entire leaves, arranged alternately, and are often waxy and bluish …
Brassicaceae - Wikipedia
Brassicaceae (/ ˌbræsɪˈkeɪsiːˌiː, - siˌaɪ /) or (the older) Cruciferae (/ kruːˈsɪfəri /) [2] is a medium-sized and economically important family of flowering plants commonly known as the mustards, …
14 Types of Brassica to Grow | BBC Gardeners World Magazine
May 26, 2023 · Brassicas can be grown all year round, depending on the variety and season. Some of the easiest to grow include radishes, kale and mustard greens. These are hardy, …
Brassicaceae | Cruciferous, Mustard, Cabbage | Britannica
Mar 4, 2025 · Brassicaceae, the mustard family of flowering plants (order Brassicales), composed of 338 genera and some 3,700 species. The family includes many plants of economic …
What are Brassicas, Exactly? - PA Veggies
Aug 9, 2022 · Brassica is a genus of plants in the mustard family, or Brassicaceae in Latin, whose members are informally referred to as cruciferous vegetables. The Brassica family contains …
Brassicaceae Family: Characteristics, Floral Formula, Diagram
Nov 12, 2024 · It is a large family which comprises about 365 genera and 3250 species. It includes economically important plants used as vegetables, medicines, oil-yielding seeds, and …
Brassicas (Brassicaceae) – Family | Home and Garden Education …
Brassicas are a group of popular vegetables including bok (pak) choy, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, collard, kale, kohlrabi, rutabaga and turnip. Chinese cabbage, brown …