cruciferous
adjective biology specialized uk/kruːˈsɪf.ər.əs/ us/kruːˈsɪf.ɚ.əs/
十字花科的
(of vegetables or plants) belonging to the cabbage family
Kale is a leafy green cruciferous vegetable. 羽衣甘蓝是一种多叶的十字花科蔬菜。
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- Mustard belongs to the cruciferous brassica family, whose members are much feted for their health-giving properties.
- Make sure your diet includes lots of healthy cruciferous veggies.
- The cruciferous family includes cauliflower, horseradish, broccoli and Brussels sprouts.
- This is a recurring pest on cruciferous crops around the world.