False Pak Choi (Brassica rapa parachinensis)

Family: Brassicaceae or Cruciferae | Edibility: Choice Edible (4/5)

Brassica rapa parachinensis is a BIENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from May to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Shoots, Flowers

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

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavoured than standard Pak choi. — Leaves - raw or cooked.; They can be eaten at any stage from seedling to mature plant.; The leaves are tougher and stronger flavoured than standard Pak choi.; The flavour is enhanced after a touch of frost.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known in the wild. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)