Brussel Sprouts (B. oleracea var. gemmifera) - A
unique species of the cabbage family, this biennial
produces numerous tiny cabbage head formations
(sprouts).  These sprouts are tasty in many dishes and
raw.  Succulent sprouts are a great part of the fall
harvest.  Once frost has encased the sprouts the taste
is sweet and very flavorful.  Texture is very similar to a
cabbage in early stage, but flavor is sweeter.  Grown
for centuries and highly nutritious.