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Raphanus raphanistrum
black mustard
Botanical details
- Family
- Brassicaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Genus
Raphanus
- Genus description
Raphanus can be annual, biennial or perennial herbaceous plants, often with lyrate, glaucous leaves, small, four-petalled flowers and indehiscent fruits. Edible species are cultivated as annual vegetables (radish)
- Name status
Correct
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