White Radish (Daikon, Mooli, Oriental Radish, Japanese Radish, Korean Radish, Chinese Radish)
Feed in Moderation- Common Name: White Radish (Daikon, Mooli, Oriental Radish, Japanese Radish, Korean Radish, Chinese Radish)
- Latin Name: Raphanus sativus, var. longipinnatus
- Family Name: Brassicaceae
This white variety of the common red Radish comes in various shapes (ranging from the typical long Carrot or Parsnip shape to a fat, round turnip shape), but its properties are the same as the red Radish. As a member of the Brassica family, Radish leaves should be fed in moderation, because all members of this family contain glusinolates (goitrogenic glycosides) which can interfere with thyroid function and possibly cause kidney and liver damage if fed as a major part of the diet (but small quantities should be fine).
Never feed the Radish root, as it is high in glusinolates and also carbohydrates.
The flowers are mainly white but can also be found in shades of pale yellow to pink through to pale lavender. See also Radish and Wild Radish.
Please be aware that two or more goitrogenic plants should not be fed in conjunction with each other, and the sum total of goitrogenic foods should not exceed the guideline for a single plant of 'in moderation' (amber-green) or 'sparingly' (amber-red). This will ensure that goitrogenic consumption stays within safe limits.
Never feed the Radish root, as it is high in glusinolates and also carbohydrates.
The flowers are mainly white but can also be found in shades of pale yellow to pink through to pale lavender. See also Radish and Wild Radish.
Please be aware that two or more goitrogenic plants should not be fed in conjunction with each other, and the sum total of goitrogenic foods should not exceed the guideline for a single plant of 'in moderation' (amber-green) or 'sparingly' (amber-red). This will ensure that goitrogenic consumption stays within safe limits.
