About Turnip Turnip, (Brassica rapa, various rapa), also called white turnip, biennial hardy plant of the mustard family (Brassicaceae), grown for fleshy roots and soft tops. It is believed that the turnip originated in Central and East Asia and grows in tropical regions. Young turnip roots are eaten in salads or pickled, and can be cooked green. The root is also boiled and given whole or ground, and used in stews. Although sometimes called turnips yellow or wax, rutabagas (Brassica napus, variety napobrassica) is a different species. Turnip root is…
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