Stubble Turnip (Brassica rapa oleifera)

Family: Brassicaceae or Cruciferae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Brassica rapa oleifera is a BIENNIAL growing to 0.9 m (3ft). It is not frost tender. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. The plant is self-fertile. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

taste to the garden turnip but a bit coarser, the young roots can be grated and used in salads whilst older roots are best cooked and used as a vegetable. — Similar in taste to the garden turnip but a bit coarser, the young roots can be grated and used in salads whilst older roots are best cooked and used as a vegetable.; They are usually available from the autumn until early spring and can be left in the ground in all but the coldest winters.; Leaves - raw or cooked.; A bit on the coarse side, though the young leaves can be added in moderation to salads whilst older leaves make an acceptable vegetable.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known in the wild. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)