Cabbage
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Cabbage
Brassica oleracea
Cabbages are leafy green vegetables that grow in round or oval shapes. They are crunchy and taste delicious in salads, soups, and stir-fries.
Habitat: Gardens
Appearance
The Cabbage is a leafy green, purple, or white plant forming a dense, round or oval head. Its thick, overlapping leaves can be smooth or crinkled, creating a compact sphere often nestled close to the ground and distinctly ribbed.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderBrassicalesFamilyBrassicaceaeGenusBrassica
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
All broccoli, kale, and Brussels sprouts actually come from the same wild cabbage ancestor!
Cabbage juice was once a secret remedy for stomach problems and ulcers.
If left to grow, cabbage sprouts tall flower stalks reaching over five feet!
The world's heaviest cabbage weighed over 138 pounds, heavier than many people!
Special abilities
Ability
Frost Fighter
Cabbage can grow in cool weather, even tolerating light frosts, thanks to special sugars that act like antifreeze in its cells.
Ability
Nutrient Storage
Cabbage has dense, packed leaves that store lots of water and nutrients, helping it survive and grow even when conditions are tough.
Ability
Waxy Shield
Cabbage leaves have a natural waxy coating that repels water and makes it harder for small pests to grip, keeping them healthy.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-60 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 1-2 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Biennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
eaten by
Small White butterfly
Pieris rapae
Its caterpillars munch on cabbage leaves.
eaten by
Cabbage Aphid
Brevicoryne brassicae
Tiny insects that suck sap from the leaves.
pollinates
Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
Bees visit its yellow flowers for nectar and pollen.
Traits
Biennial
Biennial plants complete their life cycle over two growing seasons, typically forming foliage in the first year and flowering/seeding in the second.
Spring Blooming
Spring blooming plants produce their flowers during the spring season, often signifying the end of winter and the start of new growth.
Broadleaf Tree
Broadleaf trees are angiosperms characterized by flat, wide leaves that are typically shed annually in temperate climates.
Cold Hardy
Cold hardy plants are able to withstand low temperatures and freezing conditions without significant damage.
Edible
Edible plants are those parts of a plant that are considered safe for human consumption.
Also known as
Chinese CabbageNapa CabbageSavoy Cabbage
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always wash cabbage thoroughly before eating to remove any dirt or insects.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Cabbage?
30-60 cm
How wide does Cabbage spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on Cabbage?
1-2 cm
When does Cabbage bloom?
Summer
Is Cabbage edible?
Yes
Is Cabbage toxic?
None
What is Cabbage's lifecycle?
Biennial
How is Cabbage pollinated?
Insect
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