Vegetables are classified according to which part of the plant is eaten.

Some vegetables fit into more

than one category when several different parts of the plant are edible, e.g. both the roots and leaves of
beetroot can be eaten.

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Vegetables are classified according to which part of the plant is eaten. Some vegetables fit into more
than one category when several different parts of the plant are edible, e.g. both the roots and leaves of
beetroot can be eaten. The following groups of vegetables Vegetables are classified according to
which part of the plant is eaten. Some vegetables fit into more than one category when several
different parts of the plant are edible, e.g. both the roots and leaves of beetroot can be eaten.

NOTE: You can buy vegetable seeds online from the GreenMyLife store – for delivery
anywhere in India !
Vegetables are classified according to which part of the plant is eaten. Some vegetables fit into
more than one category when several different parts of the plant are edible, e.g. both the roots
and leaves of beetroot can be eaten. The following groups of vegetables are made according to
these classifications:

Bulbs
Onion, Garlic, Leek
Bulb vegetables are structured in the shape of a bulb, wherein all its nutrients are stored. These
vegetables that are not eaten directly on their own, rather, they are used in food dishes to enhance
the flavor of the food. The nutrients provided by these vegetables are immense as they are
believed to be essential to gain healthy skin and eyes, and also for the proper functioning of the
central nervous system.

While onion is called the magic bulb, garlic is often referred to as the wonder drug. Since ancient
times, bulb vegetables are used as medicines because of their quality of curing diseases like high
blood pressure and even prevention of cancer.

Root and Tubers

Carrot, Radish, Turnip, Beets, Potato, Sweet potato
Root vegetables are those that are grown under the soil and possess nutrients that they gain from
the soil. This can be a slightly confusing category because some bulb vegetables like garlic and
ginger, and even some stem vegetables are considered to be root vegetables simply because they
possess the characteristics of root vegetables.

Root vegetables are a great source of proteins, carbohydrates, and are very low in fats. The
calorie content in root vegetables is absolutely nil and this makes it all the more attractive to
people who are on a weight loss diet. Along with the nutritional benefits, another advantage of
root vegetables is that they have medicinal properties too. Consumption of root vegetables is an
effective way of treating problems in the digestive tract, morning sickness, arthritis, high
cholesterol, etc. They are also essential for healthy eyes and good looking skin.

Stem
Asparagus, Kohlrabi, Rhubarb
Stem vegetables are those that have shoots or stalks which can be consumed. These vegetables
can be used to make a variety of dishes and are usually served with pasta, sandwiches, soups,
etc. Along with being delicious, stem vegetables possess minerals, vitamins and antioxidants.

Leaf
Cabbage, Kale, Lettuce, Spinach
Leaf vegetables are plant leaves eaten as vegetables. Sometimes they are accompanied by
petioles and shoots. These vegetables include a whole lot of vitamins that are required to remain
fit and also to prevent some diseases and health problems.

Leaf vegetables contain potassium, iron, magnesium, calcium, folic acid and certain phyto-
chemicals that are important for the proper functioning of the body. Consuming green leafy
vegetables everyday decreases the risk of diseases like high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer,
heart diseases, etc. Leaf vegetables are beneficial for having a good eye sight, healthy looking
skin and also to control weight gain.

Fruits
Egg plant, Capsicum, Tomato, Pumpkin, Cucumber, Fuzzy melon, Muskmelon

Fruit vegetables are so called because botanically they fulfill the definition of fruits, but are used
as vegetables by human beings. They are considered to be fruits because in the scientific sense of
the term, fruits are those that carry the seeds of the plant.

Flower
Cauliflower, Broccoli, Broccoflower
Flowering vegetables are so called because they have the shape of flowers. They are usually
small in size and appear like many flower buds clustered together. Along with essential nutrients,
flowering vegetables also bear some phyto-chemicals called as ‘isothiocyanates’ which help in
preventing the production of cancerous cells. For this reason, these vegetables are called
functional vegetables.

Seeds
Pea, Soybeans, French bean
Also called Podded vegetables. They are cool season crop grown in many parts of the country.
The podded vegetable may be used fresh, in salads, frozen, as a snack or canned, ready for those
winter meals.

Podded vegetables are a rich source of proteins which help in providing the energy and strength
required to carry out daily activities. They also contain potassium, folic acid, complex
carbohydrates, magnesium, iron, fiber and zinc.

NOTE: You can buy vegetable seeds online from the GreenMyLife store – for delivery
anywhere in India !
 

are made according to these classifications:

Bulbs
Onion, Garlic, Leek

Bulbs

Bulb vegetables are structured in the shape of a bulb, wherein all its nutrients are stored. These
vegetables that are not eaten directly on their own, rather, they are used in food dishes to enhance the
flavor of the food. The nutrients provided by these vegetables are immense as they are believed to be
essential to gain healthy skin and eyes, and also for the proper functioning of the central nervous
system.

While onion is called the magic bulb, garlic is often referred to as the wonder drug. Since ancient times,
bulb vegetables are used as medicines because of their quality of curing diseases like high blood
pressure and even prevention of cancer.

Root and Tubers

Carrot, Radish, Turnip, Beets, Potato, Sweet potato

Organic carrots, beets, turnips, and celery root on a white background

Root vegetables are those that are grown under the soil and possess nutrients that they gain from the
soil. This can be a slightly confusing category because some bulb vegetables like garlic and ginger, and
even some stem vegetables are considered to be root vegetables simply because they possess the
characteristics of root vegetables.

Root vegetables are a great source of proteins, carbohydrates, and are very low in fats. The calorie
content in root vegetables is absolutely nil and this makes it all the more attractive to people who are on
a weight loss diet. Along with the nutritional benefits, another advantage of root vegetables is that they
have medicinal properties too. Consumption of root vegetables is an effective way of treating problems
in the digestive tract, morning sickness, arthritis, high cholesterol, etc. They are also essential for healthy
eyes and good looking skin.

Stem

Asparagus, Kohlrabi, Rhubarb

Stem

Stem vegetables are those that have shoots or stalks which can be consumed. These vegetables can be
used to make a variety of dishes and are usually served with pasta, sandwiches, soups, etc. Along with
being delicious, stem vegetables possess minerals, vitamins and antioxidants.

Leaf

Cabbage, Kale, Lettuce, Spinach

Leaf

Leaf vegetables are plant leaves eaten as vegetables. Sometimes they are accompanied by petioles and
shoots. These vegetables include a whole lot of vitamins that are required to remain fit and also to
prevent some diseases and health problems.

Leaf vegetables contain potassium, iron, magnesium, calcium, folic acid and certain phyto-chemicals
that are important for the proper functioning of the body. Consuming green leafy vegetables everyday
decreases the risk of diseases like high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer, heart diseases, etc. Leaf
vegetables are beneficial for having a good eye sight, healthy looking skin and also to control weight
gain.
Fruits

Egg plant, Capsicum, Tomato, Pumpkin, Cucumber, Fuzzy melon, Muskmelon

Fruit

Fruit vegetables are so called because botanically they fulfill the definition of fruits, but are used as
vegetables by human beings. They are considered to be fruits because in the scientific sense of the term,
fruits are those that carry the seeds of the plant.

Flower

Cauliflower, Broccoli, Broccoflower

Flower

Flowering vegetables are so called because they have the shape of flowers. They are usually small in size
and appear like many flower buds clustered together. Along with essential nutrients, flowering
vegetables also bear some phyto-chemicals called as ‘isothiocyanates’ which help in preventing the
production of cancerous cells. For this reason, these vegetables are called functional vegetables.

Seeds

Pea, Soybeans, French bean

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Also called Podded vegetables. They are cool season crop grown in many parts of the country. The
podded vegetable may be used fresh, in salads, frozen, as a snack or canned, ready for those winter
meals.

Podded vegetables are a rich source of proteins which help in providing the energy and strength
required to carry out daily activities. They also contain potassium, folic acid, complex carbohydrates,
magnesium, iron, fiber and zinc.

NOTE: You can buy vegetable seeds online from the GreenMyLife store – for delivery anywhere in India !