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rutabaga

Plant

  • Biennial, grown as an annual
  • 1-2' tall

Stem

  • Short, compressed stem close to soil

Leaf

  • Broadly ovate, lobed
  • Prominent midvein
  • Edible as greens when young

Root

  • Swollen tap root up to 6" in diameter
  • White, yellow, purple, tan
  • Flesh is yellow or white
  • Edible