rapeseed (Brassica napus)
Brassica napus, or rapeseed, is an annual or biennial herb cultivated globally for its oil-rich seeds, processed into canola oil and animal feed. Yellow flowers are commo
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Sunlight
Requires full sun for optimal growth and yield.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist, especially during flowering.
Soil
Well-drained, fertile loam
Temperature
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures; tolerates light frost.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Heavy feeder; requires balanced fertilizer with emphasis on nitrogen.
Care Requirements
Requires full sun for optimal growth and yield.
Keep soil consistently moist, especially during flowering.
Well-drained, fertile loam
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures; tolerates light frost.
Outdoor
Heavy feeder; requires balanced fertilizer with emphasis on nitrogen.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Vegetable, Flowering
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Plant Height
0.9-2 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Leaf Color
Green, Bluish-green
Leaf Type
Pinnately lobed
Flower Size
0.8-1.5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderBrassicales
- familyBrassicaceae
- genusBrassica
- speciesBrassica napus
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 3/5
Edible
Yes
Raw plant material contains glucosinolates which can cause mild to moderate gastrointestinal upset in pets if ingested in large quantities. Modern varieties bred for oil production (canola) have significantly reduced levels of these compounds and erucic a