Collard (plant)

High school (ages 12+)
Animals & Nature

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/collard-plant

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the scientific name?Brassica oleracea (Acephala Group)
2. What is the origin of cultivation?Likely the Mediterranean region, with evidence of cultivation dating back millennia
3. What are collard greens and why are they called a super leafy veggie?Collard greens are a big, green leaf vegetable that is very healthy. They have big, paddle-shaped leaves and are packed with vitamins and fiber.
4. Where did collard greens grow up and how did they spread to other places?They probably started in the Mediterranean, where people have grown them for thousands of years. Traders and travelers carried them to Europe, the Americas, and Africa.

Cultivar Group: A taxonomic rank below species, representing a group of plants selected for specific desirable traits.
Phytochemicals: Naturally occurring chemical compounds in plants that may have health benefits.
Glucosinolates: Sulfur-containing compounds found in cruciferous vegetables, studied for potential health effects.
Pot Likker: The nutrient-rich, flavorful liquid remaining after cooking greens like collards.