Broccoli

Brassica oleracea var. italica

Description

1. Popular name(s): Broccoli, Sprouting Broccoli, Asparagus Broccoli
2. Botanical name: Brassica oleracea var. italica
3. Family: Brassicaceae
4. Origin: The wild type is native to Europe (France, Germany, Spain, United Kingdom.
5. Edible: Broccoli florets can be eaten raw, but they are more digestible if blanched before eating.

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