Turnip - Wikipedia
The turnip or white turnip (Brassica rapa subsp. rapa) is a root vegetable commonly grown in temperate climates worldwide for its white, fleshy taproot. Small, tender varieties are grown for human …
Turnips : Center for Agriculture, Food, and the Environment ...
Produce Spotlight on Turnips Turnips, a member of the brassica family, are primarily grown for their roots, but both the root and plant’s leafy greens are edible. The root is a good source of vitamin C, …
Turnips: Nutrition, Calories, and Benefits - Healthline
Nov 22, 2019 · Turnips (Brassicarapa) are a root vegetable and member of the cruciferous family, along with other vegetables like bok choy, Brussels sprouts, and kale. They’re one of the world’s most …
Turnip | Description, Uses, & Cultivation | Britannica
Dec 13, 2025 · Turnip, hardy biennial plant in the mustard family, cultivated for its fleshy roots and tender growing tops. Young roots can be eaten raw, and young leaves and mature roots are …
What Happens to Your Body When You Eat Turnips - Verywell Health
Oct 20, 2025 · The most common turnip looks like a heart-shaped bulb that's white on the bottom and purple on top. Giant white turnips resemble rutabaga and are often wax-coated after harvest to …
How to Eat Turnips the Right Way - Martha Stewart
Oct 4, 2024 · Learn how to eat turnips, baby turnips, and turnip greens too. These cruciferous purple-white root vegetables have a nutty, slightly spicy flavor that makes a wonderful addition to soups and …
Turnips: How to Plant, Grow, and Harvest Turnips | The Old ...
Sep 10, 2025 · Discover how to grow turnips with ease! Learn when to plant, how long they take to grow, and the best methods to harvest flavorful turnip roots and greens in spring or fall.