Author(s): Usama K Rinde, Ashish H Patil, Rushikesh K Parit, Aryan P Keer and Prathamesh P Gurav

Abstract: Brassica oleracea var. gongylodes (kohlrabi), a lesser-explored member of the Brassicaceae family, is gaining recognition for its impressive nutritional, medicinal, and experimental attributes. Rich in bioactive compounds such as glucosinolates (glucoiberverin, glucoiberin, and glucoraphanin), anthocyanins, carotenoids, phenolics, and phytoalexins, kohlrabi demonstrates diverse therapeutic properties, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, and anti-carcinogenic effects. The interesting morphological characteristic of the plant particularly the de novo shoot organogenesis (DNSO) framework, are a great candidate for organic considers within the field of plant improvement and gives thoughts around sugar signals, tissues and hormones. Despite its sub-relief, Kohlrabi has significant potential for human health, especially functional foods and nutritional resources. However, challenges such as limited public awareness, insufficient phytochemical profiling, and a lack of comprehensive genomic and pharmacological data hinder its broader application. This wholes up our current understanding of the naturally dynamic composition of Kohlrabi, combining helpful benefits with test applications, supplement and modeling framework in biological studies.

DOI: 10.22271/flora.2025.v13.i4b.1008