
It is a compact heart formed by layers of leaves of crisp and purple texture with a white central vein
Shape: | This variety comes with a wide trunk, elongated and erect. They clump together loosely around the trunk, without forming a true bud. |
Color: | White ribs with purple garnet leaves |
Flavor: | It has a rather bitter and somewhat spicy flavor that softens when cooked. |
Applications: | It is consumed raw or stewed. In fresh salads, grilled, sautéed with other vegetables, cooked, or fried. |
Farming: | Requires well-prepared, deep, well-drained soils rich in organic matter |
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