Re: I need a common name for

I don't know why but TurkISH cabbage sounds like a foodstuff, while TurkEY Cabbage sounds more like it has to do with its origins. 
Kitty
neIN, Zone 5
----- Original Message ----- From: "Andrea Hodges" <andreah@hargray.com> 
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LOL! That made me crack up-as did the suggestion of "Bob"
Not to be too picky, but I think I'd go with Turkish Cabbage instead. Turkey makes me think of the bird. 
A
----- Original Message ----- From: "Theresa G." <macycat3@sbcglobal.net> 
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Sent: Wednesday, April 09, 2008 9:28 PM
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Turkey Cabbage?


Kitty wrote:

Pachyphragma macrophylla
Apparently it doesn't have one, so let's make one up.
Brassicaceae family. From the Greek pachys (thick) and phragma (a partition) referring to the stout-ribbed septum of the pod. macrophylla = large leaved
Rhizomatous perennial found in moist woods in Turkey. Large glossy round leaves and white cress-like flowers in spring. Semi-evergreen. Best in part shade and fertile, moist, leafy soil. Ht: 8-16 inches, Spread: 24-36 inches Zones 5-9 
Leaves are edible.  No known medicinal uses.

suggestions?


Kitty
neIN, Zone 5
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