Chris Pires Brassica is the diverse genus that has brought us broccoli, cabbage, kale, turnips, canola, and many more crops. Domesticated forms of Brassica are sometimes referred to as cruciferous vegetables and are grown and eaten all over the world. Dr. Chris Pires (Colorado State University) provides an overview of Brassica, focusing on the origins and diversity of three agriculturally important species: B. oleracea, B. rapa, and B. napus.
Origin and Diversity of Brassicas
