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| Identification |
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Genus
Brassica
Species
caulorapa
Variety
Cultivar
Common names
kohlrabi
Family
CRUCIFERAE
Specimen number
S12010
Data source
UnVeg p223
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| Life cycle |
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Life form
Terrestrial
Life cycle
Perennial
Life span
3 - 10 years
Annual cycle
Not applicable
Stature
Various
Growth form
Not applicable
Growth habit
Various
Overall height
1'
Overall spread
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| Climate |
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Sunshine
Full sun to partial shade
Water
Optimal soil texture
Soil texture 26
Acceptable soil pH
Neutral
USDA hardiness
Not classified
AHS heat zones
Not classified
Sunset climate zones
Not classified
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| Garden |
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Suitable for gardens
no
Nursery
Unknown
Compost
no
Size at acquisition
Unknown
Garden location
Unknown
Garden notes
Full sun to partial shade is ideal for Brassica caulorapa.
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| Special qualities |
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Tolerates drought
no
Tolerates high humidity
no
Tolerates seaside conditions
no
Insect resistant
no
Disease resistant
no
Deer resistant
no
Best uses
Symbiosis
Attracts butterflies
no
Attracts hummingbirds
no
Autumn foliage
no
Colorful berries
no
Desirable qualities
Other interest
Other interest color
Other interest period
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| Adverse factors |
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Common pests
Poisonous parts
Poisonous indications
Internal poison
no
Dermatologic poison
no
Livestock poison
no
Mechanical injury
no
Hay fever pollen
Hay fever season
Adverse qualities
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| Herbal medicine |
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Medicinal properties
Medicinal parts
Has medicinal uses
no
Do not self-administer
no
Do no use if pregnant
no
Legally restricted
no
Toxicity precautions
Medicinal notes
It is a substitute for turnips. There are many nutritional properties of merit in Brassica caulorapa; for example vitamin A, vitamin B complex, vitamin C and calcium can all be found. For even more, see the full list of nutritional values. Kohlrabi is most frequently used frozen, fresh or cooked.
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| Traditional uses |
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Parts used
Traditional uses
Contemporary uses
Fragrance
Fragrance parts
Fragrance intensity
Fragrance category
Dye parts
Dye color
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| Cultivation |
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Propagule
Seed
Pollination method
Planting style
Crowns and leaves
Crop spacing
6"
Row spacing
1' 6"
Cold frame
Planting period
Apr 01 - Sep 30
Harvesting period
Frost tolerance
Partially hardy
Heat requirement
Cool
Fertilizer
Nitrogen
Time to harvest
55 to 75 days
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| Nutrition |
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Is edible
yes
Culinary uses
Cooked
Fresh
Frozen
Nutritional value
Vitamin A
Vitamin B complex
Vitamin C
Calcium
Iron
Phosphorus
Edible parts
Bulbs
Description of edible parts
Flavor / texture
a substitute for turnips
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| Horticulture |
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Horticulture notes
This plant's 6 month extended planting season continues from April through September. When planted agriculturally, space the plants 6" apart. Separate each row by approximately 1' 6". It does not necessarily require warm days for good production. Nitrogen is required for optimal growth. Estimated time to harvest is 55 to 75 days. Propagation of Brassica caulorapa can be achieved by seed.
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| Herbarium |
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Tag needs printing
no
Collection notes
Brassica caulorapa is a perennial.
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