Mazhar Botanic Garden

Brassica oleracea var. capitata f. rubra L.

Blaukraut

Family: Brassicaceae / Cruciferae
Genus: Brassica
Species: oleracea
Cultivar / variety: var. capitata f. rubra
Sample code: EGY-MBG-001124
Common name: Blaukraut
English name: Red cabbage
Native: India
Country: India
(PGR): Common

leaves dark-purple-reddish color Red cabbage is usually a little smaller and denser than green cabbage, and it has a more peppery taste

Red cabbage is often used raw for salads and coleslaw.

Brassica oleracea Capitata

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Texture: Heavy clay Sandy
Fertility: High
Drainage: Moderately well drained
Salinity: Low
Water Sources: Moderate Water
Climates: Mediterranean
Lights: Full sun Light shade
Propagation: Seeds
Flowering time: Seasonal bloomer
Zone: 2 : 11
pH range: 6.0-7.0
Status: Common
Life span: Annual
Habits: Herb
Sample Type: Cultivar
Collecting Sources: Seed company
Plant Uses: Human food Medicinal
Plant Populations density: Cultivated
pH: Mild acid Neutral

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