Review of Research Situation of Brassica oleracea var.italica

摘要

Broccoli(Brassica oleracea var.italica),also called green broccoli,green cauliflower,and calabrese,belongs to genus Brassica in family Cruciferae,and is annual or biennial herbaceous plant.Both broccoli and cauliflower are varieties of Brassica oleracea L.Broccoli is rich in nutrients.Its protein,amino acids and vitamins are higher than cauliflower,and broccoli is easy to grow,the supply period is long,and it has a good market and economic value.This paper introduced broccoli-related information from broccoli''s nutritional value,cultivation techniques,existing problems and prospects.In addition,on the basis of existing studies,it discussed the future development prospects of broccoli,in order to promote the production research of broccoli in China.