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This map shows the winter minimum temperature suitability of this crop in the state of Illinois.
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Brassica rapa subsp. oleifera
Synonyms: B. campestris oleifera

Common Name(s): Turnip rape
Family: Brassicaceae
Growth Habit: Biennial/Perennial
Invasiveness:
Growing Days:
Temperature:
Abs.Min=50° (F)
Precipitation: 14 to 161 (in.)
Winter Minimum: 25° (F)
Soil pH: 5.5 to 7.5
Soil Texture/Type: Sandy loams
Soil Drainage: Well
Photoperiod Response:
Light Intensity:
Comments:
Short growing season. Cool climate crop, resistant to frost and mild freezes.
Diseases:
Pythium, Sclerotinia, Rhizoctonia, Cercospora, Powdery Mildew
Uses:
Animal Food - fodder, Food - oil/fat
Woodiness:

Climate:

Geographical Origin:
Only cultivated
 
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