Ecofact: Brassica oleracea

Published: Feb. 9, 2009, 4:12 p.m.

In this ecofact we explore quickly a small plant that has played an important part in our history. Brassica oleracea or wild cabbage is a species that has been domesticated over the centuries by farmers to create several varieties that we know and love today. These include cabbage, brussels sprouts, kohlrabbi and kahl to name a few. Check out some of the cultivars we grabbed for the grocery store for this episode and watch more with Untamed Science.