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The Distribution of Hormones in Relation to Apical Dominance in Brussels Sprouts (Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera L.) Plants ...
About 40 species, native mainly to Eurasia. Five species have become naturalised in southern Africa. This genus includes some important species used as vegetables, herbs and spices:
The lateral buds of intact Brussels sprout plants contained less auxin and gibberellin than the main apex. When the apex was removed the auxin content of the top lateral buds increased within 2 days, but gibberellin activity did not increaseuntil shoot extension was apparent.
Cover; microwave at HIGH 7 to 9 minutes or until tender, stirring after half the cooking time. Set aside, covered. Place green onion and butter in small bowl. Microwave on HIGH 1 ½ to 2 minutes, or until onion is tender. Stir in remaining ingredients. Drain Brussels sprouts.
Brussels sprouts are the compact vegetative buds that develop along the stem of the Brussels sprouts plant. They should be harvested when the buds are firm, but not overmature which is indicated by splitting of the outer leaves.
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g. black spot, rot and/or aphids) covering a surface area of 25 per cent or more of the total surface area of the leaf; or (iv) any other defect which detracts markedly from the normal appearance, edibility or flavour of the individual units or a quantity of Brussels sprout leaves.
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Distribution: Important growing areas are West and Mid Europe, Japan, and North America. Prefers rich soil with good water supply, resistant to light frost.