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Which common food plants belong to the order Brassicales?
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Brassicales
Broccoli (Brassica oleracea, variety italica).
The order Brassicales includes a wide variety of economically important food plants, many of which belong to the mustard family (Brassicaceae). These plants are often characterized by their pungent taste and smell, which result from the presence of sulfur-containing compounds known as glucosinolates.12
Common food plants within this order include:
- Brassica species: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, kohlrabi, bok choy, napa cabbage, turnip, rutabaga, and rape.342
- Mustards and condiments: brown mustard, white mustard, horseradish, and wasabi.42
- Other vegetables and greens: arugula, radish, watercress, collard, peppergrass, and maca.4
Beyond the Brassicaceae family, the order Brassicales also includes other notable plants such as capers and nasturtiums.1