Armoracia rusticana
horseradish
plant overview
horseradish, hot and sweet
Horseradish, also called Mountain Radish and Red Cole, is a plant in the
mustard family that is native to eastern Europe, where it has been in
cultivation for centuries. Both the leaf and root of the plant were once
treated as a vegetable and condiment, although it didn’t become widely used
in England until the mid-17th century. When lifted or pulled from the
ground, horseradish root as little odor. Once broken, however, escaping
vapors of its enzymes and volatile oils quickly make their presence known to
eyes and nose. In terms of taste, horseradish is hot and pungent, but with a
mildly sweet undertone.
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