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Brassica oleracea (Gongylodes Group) 'Purple Vienna'
| Family Name: | Brassicaceae (Cruciferae) |
| Common Name: | Kohlrabi |
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Classifications and Characteristics
| Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) (Dicotyledon) |
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| Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
| Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Biogeography
| Native Distribution | Of horticultural origin. |
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Description and Ethnobotany
| Growth Form | Biennial herb. |
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| Foliage | The large, waxy leaves are greyish green with purple veins. |
| Stems | The round, bulbous stem occur aboveground. It has a dark purple, waxy surface with white flesh inside. |
| Flowers | The yellow, 4-petaled flowers are arranged in terminal clusters. |
| Fruit | The dry dehiscent fruit, known as a silique, is narrowly cylindrical with tapered ends, like a toothpick. |
| Others - Plant Morphology | This cultivar is an heirloom variety that dates from at least the 1860s. |
| Cultivation | This cultivar tends to experience fewer pest problems compared to other cruciferous vegetables. |
| Etymology | The common name 'Kohlrabi' is a combination of German words that mean cabbage turnip. |
| Ethnobotanical Uses | Edible Plant Parts : Edible Leaves, Edible Storage Organs Food (Fruit or Vegetable): Both the leaves and round bulbs are edible. They are rich in vitamin C and fiber. The bulb is often eaten raw in salads or with dip, but can also be cooked in a variety of ways. It is often used in Indian cuisine. The texture and flavour has been described as crisp and sweet, being similar to broccoli stems or cabbage. |
Landscaping Features
| Desirable Plant Features | Ornamental Stems |
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| Thematic Landscaping | Economic Garden |
Plant Care and Propagation
| Light Preference | Full Sun, Semi-Shade |
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| Water Preference | Moderate Water |
| Propagation Method | Seed |
| Seed / Spore Germination Rate | 34% |
Foliar
| Mature Foliage Colour(s) | Green |
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| Mature Foliage Texture(s) | Smooth |
| Foliar Type | Simple / Unifoliate |
| Foliar Attachment to Stem | Petiolate |
| Foliar Shape(s) | Non-Palm Foliage |
| Foliar Venation | Pinnate / Net |
| Foliar Margin | Entire - Wavy / Undulate |
| Foliar Apex - Tip | Rounded |
Floral (Angiosperm)
| Flower Colour(s) | Yellow / Golden |
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| Flower Texture(s) | Smooth |
| Flower Grouping | Cluster / Inflorescence |
| Flower Location | Terminal |
| Flower Symmetry | Radial |
| Individual Flower Shape | Cruciform / Cross-shaped |
Fruit, Seed and Spore
| Mature Fruit Texture(s) | Smooth |
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| Fruit Classification | Simple Fruit |
| Fruit Type | Dehiscent Dry Fruit , Silique |
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Others
| Master ID | 33653 |
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| Species ID | 8067 |
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