DESKTOP 1172 - BROCCOFLOWER

Broccoflower refers to either of two edible plants of the species Brassica oleracea with light green heads. There are two forms of Brassica oleracea that may be referred to as broccoflower, both of which are considered cultivars of cauliflower (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis) because they have inflorescent meristems rather than flower buds when harvested. One is shaped like regular cauliflower, the other has a spiky appearance and is called Romanesco broccoli. They share a curd color that is a similar hue to that of broccoli.

Romanesco broccoli, also known as Roman cauliflower, Broccolo Romanesco, Romanesque cauliflower or simply Romanesco, is an edible flower bud of the species Brassica oleracea. First documented in Italy, it is chartreuse in color. Romanesco has a striking appearance because its form is a natural approximation of a fractal. When compared to a traditional cauliflower, its texture as a vegetable is far more crunchy, and its flavour is not as assertive, being delicate and nutty. It has been grown in Italy since the 16th Century.

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