Brassica napus napobrassicae Swede (Cruciferae)

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Brassica napus napobrassicae
Swede
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The Brassica napus napobrassicae plant species is found in A hybrid of garden origin between B. napus and B. campestris. It is a member of the Cruciferae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Swede. Some home gardeners know the variety as B. napobrassica.

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Latin Name:  Brassica napus napobrassicae
Common Name:  Swede
Family:  Cruciferae
Author:  (L.)Reichenb.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.75   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Not known in the wild.

Edible Uses: Leaves - cooked as a potherb[183]. A mild, cabbage-like flavour[K]. Root - raw or cooked[1, 16, 46, 171, 183]. A richer flavour than turnips, it makes a good cooked vegetable and, when finely grated, is acceptable in mixed salads[183, K]. The root can be 30cm or more in diameter, though it is usually eaten smaller since it then is more tender[K]. It is available from early autumn, and can either be left in the ground over winter to be harvested as required, or can be harvested and stored in a cool, frost-free place where it will keep for 6 months[K].

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