April 10, 2009
Other Names: 羽衣甘蓝 (Chinese), 青汁 (Japanese), اللفت (Arabic), गोभी (Hindi), Кале (Bulgarian) All Translations
Edited by: Latesha Carter
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Kale or borecole is a form of cabbage (''Brassica oleracea'' Acephala Group), green or purple, in which the central leaves do not form a head. It is considered to be closer to wild cabbage than most domesticated forms. The species ''Brassica oleracea'' contains a wide array of vegetables including broccoli, cauliflower, collard greens, and brussels sprouts. The Cultivar Group Acephala also includes spring greens and collard greens, which are extremely similar genetically.
Substitutes: collard greens, callaloo, Chinese kale, turnip greens, mustard greens, spinach greens, spinach, green chard
[edit] About Kale
Kale is green edible type of cabbage from the mustard family.
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