Oblong shape. White skin. Medium hot flavour. Rich in nutrients, vitamins and minerals. Strengthens the defenses against colds.
It can be used in salads, pickled or even stir-fried. Popular in Asian cuisines. Suitable for cultivation all throughout the year.
Sow thinly in rows. 50-65 days from sowing to harvest. Harvest in summer.
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| Harvest |
| Botanical name | Raphanus sativus var. niger |
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| Average germination (%) | 90 |
| Germination (in days) | 4-6 |
| Life cycle | Annual |
| Plant use | Edible |
| Seeds per gram | 60 |
| Soil - Moisture | Well-drained |
| Soil - Ph | Acid to neutral |