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Gymnospermae Angiospermae
Monocotyledonae Dicotyledonae
Vegetables are grouped according to the period for which the light is available
The response of plants to light for induction of flowering is called
photo periodism.
The knowledge of rooting depth is essential for scheduling the time and quantity of
irrigation water.
Shallow rooted crops require frequent and light irrigation.
Deep rooted crops require less but heavy irrigation.
Classification based on parts used as food
This makes it possible to give the general cultural practices for the
group without the necessity of repetition while describing the
individual crop.
Most of the crops belonging to the bulb or salad group, also have
similar temperature requirements.