Broccoli—Brassica oleracea L. (Italica group)

MV031/HS564 by James M. StephensOctober 29, 2018Broccoli is closely related to cauliflower since both are grown for the clusters of unopened flower buds and tender flower stalks. The Italian word brocco means sprout, bud, or shoot, from the Latin brachium meaning an arm or branch.