Sea Radish

Latin Name:

Raphanus raphanistrum ssp. maritimus
Manx Name:

Fraue-ruy marrey
Season:

June - August
Locations where this species is found:
Scarlett Point

Very common on the island's coast, large quantities of it can be found near Castletown and Langness.

Sea Radish is considered a subspecies of Wild Radish. Its yellow flowers can make it difficult to distinguish between Sea Radish and similar plants such as Charlock.

Sea Radish is edible, including the flowers, roots, fruits and seeds. It has a hot, spicy radish taste.

The Manx name for this plant is "Fraue-ruy marrey".
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