What kind of crop is cabbage? What family of plants does it belong to?

What kind of crop is cabbage

Cabbage, also known as cabbage, lotus white, etc., is a herbaceous plant of the Brassica family, Cruciferae, and Brassica genus. It is a common vegetable in daily life. It is rich in high-quality protein, minerals, vitamins and other ingredients, and has the effects of improving blood sugar and anti-cancer.

Cabbage Origin Distribution

Cabbage originated in the Mediterranean region and prefers a mild and humid growing environment. It is mostly distributed in temperate and subtropical regions. Common production areas in my country include Yunnan, Guizhou, Zhejiang, Jiangxi, Gansu, Ningxia, Hebei, Henan, Anhui and other provinces. In Yunnan, it is called Lotus White.

Cabbage yield and economic benefits

Under normal management, cabbage can produce 5,000 to 8,000 kilograms per mu, which is a relatively high-yield vegetable. However, the specific yield is related to many factors such as variety, planting method, and management method.

The yield of cabbage is not fixed. The current market price is around 0.8-1.8 yuan per kilogram. The profit per mu of land can be as high as tens of thousands of yuan. It can be used as a vegetable and feed. The yield is high and the purchase price is low. Therefore, if you want to obtain higher profits, it is recommended that vegetable farmers directly retail.