'Brassica napus' definitions:

Definition of 'Brassica napus'

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noun
Eurasian plant cultivated for its seed and as a forage crop [syn: rape, colza, Brassica napus]

Definition of 'Brassica napus'

From: GCIDE
  • Brassica \Bras"si*ca\, prop. n. [L., cabbage.] (Bot.) A genus of plants embracing several species and varieties differing much in appearance and qualities: such as the common cabbage (Brassica oleracea), broccoli, cauliflowers, etc.; the wild turnip (Brassica campestris); the common turnip (Brassica rapa); the rape or coleseed ({Brassica napus}), etc. [1913 Webster]

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