Leafy GreensBeginner
Radish
Raphanus sativus
Scientific Name
Raphanus sativus
Family
Brassicaceae
Origin
Southeast Asia
Type
Annual
22-30 days
Culinary Uses
Flavor: Peppery, crisp, zesty
- Fresh in salads
- Pickled
- Roasted (mellows flavor)
- Garnish
- Leaves edible in salads
Planting Calendar
Sow Indoors
Not recommended
Sow Outdoors
MarchAprilMayAugustSeptember
Harvest
AprilMayJuneSeptemberOctober
Health Benefits
- Good source of vitamin C
- Contains glucosinolates
- Natural decongestant
- May aid digestion
- Low calorie