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== Why is this crop useful for space? ==

'''Brassica rapa''' could be beneficial for space cultivation due to several reasons: - '''Rapid Growth''': Varieties like Wisconsin Fast Plants have a very short lifecycle, which could be advantageous in controlled environments where space and time are limited<ref>https://hilo.hawaii.edu/affiliates/prism/documents/Lesson2.1LifeCycleofBrassicaPlants.pdf</ref>. - '''Nutritional Value''': As a nutrient-rich crop, it provides essential vitamins and minerals, making it a valuable food source in space missions where maintaining a balanced diet is crucial. - '''Adaptability''': Its ability to grow in controlled conditions with minimal light (as low as 2 hours of direct sunlight) makes it suitable for indoor or space-based cultivation systems<ref>https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/brassica-rapa-chinensis-group</ref>.

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