The Probert Encyclopaedia of Nature

HORSE-RADISH

Horse-radish (Cochlearia armoracia or Armoracia rusticana) is a cruciferous plant native to Russia, and found in the temperate parts of Europe in moist locations. The root is cylindrical, whitish in colour and forms a popular condiment. It is a pungent tasting and smelling root, excellent with roast beef. The large, stalked leaves are rectangular to ovate in shape and glossy dark green in colour with indented margins.
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