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Also Known As	Brassica oleracea, variety italica

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Broccoli plant Brassica oleracea variety italica growing in soil, showing a large green head surrounded by broad, blue-green leaves.

Illustration showing wild cabbage and six farmed varieties-head cabbage, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, broccoli, kale, and kohlrabi-each labeled and depicted with leaves and roots for comparison.

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