Raphanus sativus oleiformis
Fodder Radish
Explore the size, hardiness, soil, light, edible uses and harvest period of Raphanus sativus oleiformis.
Common names
3 names · 3 languages- EnglishYour language
-
- Fodder Radish
Other languages (2)
- Dutch
-
- Bladrammenas
- French
-
- Radis fourrager
Sources & name notes
Names recorded in our plant catalogue, grouped by language. Usage can vary by region.
General information
This record describes oil or fodder radish. The accepted subspecies also includes other cultivated radishes.
Sources [1]Kew's family placement for the genus Raphanus (WCVP v16).
Sources [1]Plant characteristics
Growing conditions
Moist
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Partial shade, Full sun
Uses
Leaves, Flowers, Oil, Root, Seed, Seed pod
Nitrogen fixer, Oil
Description
Young leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked. They have a subtle warm flavor and a somewhat coarse texture. When young, they are a suitable addition to salads in small quantities and can also be cooked well. Nutritional values are available. Young flower clusters are suitable for eating raw or cooked. They have a spicy flavor and a pleasantly fresh texture, making them ideal for salads or as a substitute for broccoli. The seeds are edible and can be eaten raw. The seeds can be soaked in warm water for 12 hours and then sprouted for about 6 days. They have a spicy flavor and are a good addition to salads. In addition, edible oil can be extracted from the seeds. Young seed pods are sharp and juicy with a moderately spicy flavor when eaten raw. It is important to eat them at a young age, as they can quickly become tough and fibrous.
Harvest
Sources and references
References for the information marked with source numbers on this page.
-
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
World Checklist of Vascular Plants, version 16, extracted 4 June 2026
Relevant sections
- Taxonomy: WCVP version 16, wcvp_names.csv: Raphanus sativus var. oleiformis Pers., name ID 2911259, row 837386; Raphanus raphanistrum subsp. sativus (L.) Schmalh., name ID 2870724, row 817518
- Botanical family: WCVP v16, wcvp_names.csv row 150266; name ID 2422455; Raphanus L.. Family column.
Source checked on .
Source data licence: CC BY 3.0.