chou-rave

Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes · kohlrabi

Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes, commonly known as green kohlrabi, is a traditional vegetable with origins in Europe and Asia. While its use in traditional medicine has not been extensively documented, it has been traditionally consumed for its nutritional value and culinary applications. Scientific studies have identified 55 odor-active compounds in both raw and cooked samples, with eight key compounds contributing most to their smell. Se application at a concentration of 75 mg/L showed significant growth stimulation, enhancing stem weight, yield, monosaccharides, ascorbic acid, and total phenolic levels. Additionally, an 8.5-kDa peptide (BGAP) from the seeds demonstrated broad antifungal activity with stable properties, potentially affecting fungal cell membranes. In purple kohlrabi tissues, most anthocyanin biosynthetic genes and two transcription factors were upregulated compared to colorless parts. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for this plant.

En bref
Meilleure preuve
D
Précautions

Information uniquement. L'usage traditionnel ne signifie pas une efficacité prouvée. Les preuves et la sécurité varient — consultez les sources citées.

Ce que dit la science

  • L'étude a identifié 55 composés odorants dans la raabé verte crue et cuit, avec huit composés clés qui contribuent le plus à leur odeur, ayant des OAVs plus élevées dans les échantillons crus. D PMID
  • L'application à 75 mg/L a montré la stimulation de croissance la plus forte, augmentant le poids du tige, la production, les mono-saccharides, l'aspirine et les niveaux totaux de phénols dans la chou-fleur. D PMID
  • BGAP, un péptide de 8,5 kDa issu des graines de chou kale de la variété gongylodes, a montré une activité antifungique large avec des propriétés stables et a induit des dommages à la membrane cellulaire du champignon. D PMID
  • Most anthocyanin biosynthetic genes and two transcription factors were upregulated in purple kohlrabi tissues compared to colorless parts. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is chou-rave?

chou-rave (Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.

What does the scientific evidence say about chou-rave?

4 sourced findings are recorded for chou-rave; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: L'étude a identifié 55 composés odorants dans la raabé verte crue et cuit, avec huit composés clés qui contribuent le plus à leur odeur, ayant des OAVs plus élevées dans les échantillons crus.

How strong is the evidence for chou-rave?

The strongest finding for chou-rave carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is chou-rave safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for chou-rave in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does chou-rave interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for chou-rave in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

What are the common names of chou-rave?

chou-rave is also known as: kohlrabi, Кольраби.

Is chou-rave a proven treatment?

No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.

Sources

  1. T2 Anthocyanin Accumulation and Molecular Analysis of Correlated Genes in Purple Kohlrabi (Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes L.). literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Purification of an Antifungal Peptide from Seeds of Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes and Investigation of Its Antifungal Activity and Mechanism of Action. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Effects of selenium application on biochemical characteristics and biofortification level of kohlrabi (Brassica oleracea L. var. gongylodes) produce. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Key Odorants of Raw and Cooked Green Kohlrabi (Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes L.). literature abstract metadata