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Which family contains the cruciferous vegetables such as cabbage, kale, and broccoli?
Which family contains the cruciferous vegetables such as cabbage, kale, and broccoli?
What type of inflorescences do Brassicaceae plants have?
What type of inflorescences do Brassicaceae plants have?
Which plant species is cultivated as turnip and Chinese cabbage?
Which plant species is cultivated as turnip and Chinese cabbage?
Which genus is the largest with 440 species in the Brassicaceae family?
Which genus is the largest with 440 species in the Brassicaceae family?
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Which model organism belongs to the Brassicaceae family?
Which model organism belongs to the Brassicaceae family?
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Study Notes
Brassicaceae Family
- Contains cruciferous vegetables including cabbage, kale, and broccoli, known for their health benefits.
- Common characteristics include a four-petaled flower structure resembling a cross, hence the name "cruciferous."
Inflorescences
- Brassicaceae plants typically have racemose inflorescences, which are characterized by elongated flower clusters with older flowers at the base and younger flowers at the top.
Cultivated Species
- Turnip and Chinese cabbage are cultivated from the species Brassica rapa, which has various forms used for different culinary purposes.
Largest Genus
- Brassica is the largest genus within the Brassicaceae family, comprising approximately 440 species, including economically important crops such as mustard and canola.
Model Organism
- Arabidopsis thaliana, commonly known as mouse-ear cress, is a widely used model organism in plant biology research and is a member of the Brassicaceae family.
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Test your knowledge of the Brassicaceae family of flowering plants, also known as the mustards, the crucifers, or the cabbage family. Learn about their characteristics, economic importance, and more.
