Chinese Flowering Cabbage; Cai Xin; Choi-Sam,(C); Chai-Sim, (H). Brassica chinensis var. parachinensis (Bailey) Tsen & Lee. (Cruciferae)
A variety of pak-choi that is growth for the sake of its thick-stemmed shoots which are cut for the markets as the yellow flowers begin to open. An annual having basal leaves with ovate-rounded blades and long, clean petioles of a fresh green colour.
Origin
It originated in Eastern Asia and has been grown extensively in China and Japan. It has now spread to Malaysia, Indonesia and many parts of the world.
Uses
This vegetable must not be overcooked to retain its crispiness.
