Vegetable Classification

Root vegetables are those that grow underground. Carrot is a root vegetable.

Stem vegetables are those that grow above ground and are edible. Asparagus is a stem vegetable.

Leaf vegetables are those that are grown for their edible leaves. Lettuce is a leaf vegetable.

Fruit vegetables are those that are botanically classified as fruits but are commonly used as vegetables in cooking. Tomato is a fruit vegetable.

Legume vegetables are those that belong to the Fabaceae family and are grown for their edible seeds. Pea is a legume vegetable.

Bulb vegetables are those that grow underground and have a bulb-shaped structure. Onion is a bulb vegetable.

Tuber vegetables are those that grow underground and have a swollen, fleshy structure. Potato is a tuber vegetable.

Cruciferous vegetables are those that belong to the Brassicaceae family and are known for their pungent flavor. Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable.

Nightshade vegetables are those that belong to the Solanaceae family and are known for their alkaloid content. Tomato is a nightshade vegetable.

Cucurbit vegetables are those that belong to the Cucurbitaceae family and are known for their large, fleshy fruits. Cucumber is a cucurbit vegetable.

The Allium family includes vegetables that are known for their pungent flavor and aroma. Onion is a member of the Allium family.

The Brassicaceae family includes vegetables that are known for their cruciferous flavor. Broccoli is a member of the Brassicaceae family.

The Solanaceae family includes vegetables that are known for their alkaloid content. Tomato is a member of the Solanaceae family.

The Cucurbitaceae family includes vegetables that are known for their large, fleshy fruits. Cucumber is a member of the Cucurbitaceae family.

The Fabaceae family includes vegetables that are known for their edible seeds. Pea is a member of the Fabaceae family.