Radish

Species name: Raphanus sativus

The radish is native to Europe. The radish family boasts several varieties that vary in size, color, and duration of time required to cultivate. A radish possesses a firm, compact texture, and short, bright green leaves. It has a spicy, earthy flavor. The greens of the radish root are also nutritious to eat. Radishes, despite their peppery flavor, contain three times as much natural sugar as corn, tomato, and carrots.