BusinessAugust 18, 2026

cruciferous

kroo-SIF-er-uhs

Definition

Relating to plants in the Brassicaceae family, such as broccoli, cauliflower, kale, and cabbage, which have four-petaled flowers resembling a cross.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'crucifer', meaning 'cross-bearing', combining 'crux' (cross) and 'ferre' (to bear), referring to the four-petaled, cross-shaped flowers characteristic of this plant family.

In the news

In the article, restaurant consultant Kenny Lao suggests that salad businesses are shifting toward 'cruciferous salads' to offer customers crunchy, lettuce-free alternatives amid food safety concerns.

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