Raphanus raphanistrum Wild radish (Cruciferae)

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Raphanus raphanistrum
Wild radish
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The Raphanus raphanistrum plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Cruciferae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Wild radish.

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Latin Name:  Raphanus raphanistrum
Common Name:  Wild radish
Family:  Cruciferae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.2   Mature Width:

Habitat:  A weed of fields and pastures[9, 17], usually on sandy non-calcareous soils[13]

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a rich soil with ample moisture[16, 52]. Dislikes very heavy soils[37]. This plant is a host of an eelworm that attacks cultivated crops[13]. This species is possibly the original source of the cultivated radish, R. sativus[46]. The flowers are very attractive to bees[108].

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