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Amorica rusticana


Horseradish, Red Cole




Origin:  Southern Russia, Balkans.
Family
Brassicaceae
Genus
Amorica
Species
rusticana
Category
Perennials
Synonyms
Cochlearia armoracia
USDA Hardiness Zone
2 - 9
RHS Hardiness Zone
H7
Height
60 cm
Spread
60 cm
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Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
MayJune
Landscape
Garden planting and herb gardens.
Cultivation
Full sun and partial-shade. Moist, well-drained, sandy, loam and clay soils. Prefers acid, neutral and alkaline soils. Urban pollution tolerant.
Shape
Upright and spreading.
Growth
Fast
ID Characteristic
Spreading and invasive.
Pests
Cabbageworms and caterpillars.
Habitat
Arable land, waste ground, streams and woodland.
Leaf Description
Large, narrow and lettuce-like.
Flower Description
Showy spikes. That rise above the foliage in early summer.
Colour Description
The leaves are green with white edges. The flowers are white with yellow eyes.
Propagation
Division and seed. Should be cut back in autumn in preparation of winter.
Ethnobotanical Uses (Disclaimer)
In folklore, horseradish was used to treat urinary tract infections and respiratory congestion. It has stimulant and diuretic effects. Commonly used as a condiment on meat. The roots are used to make sauces and seasonings.
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