Scientific Name: Brassica rapa subsp. rapa
Family: Brassicaceae (Mustard family)
Appearance:
Round or oval root, usually white with purple, red, or greenish tops.
Green, slightly hairy leaves, known as "turnip greens."
Flavor:
Raw: Crisp, mildly spicy, and slightly bitter.
Cooked: Soft, sweet, and earthy.
