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Raphanus raphanistrum, also known as wild radish, white charlock or jointed charlock, [1] is a flowering plant in the family Brassicaceae. The species is native to western Asia, Europe and parts of Northern Africa.
Being relatively easy to grow and quick to harvest, radishes are often planted by novice gardeners. Another use of radish is as a cover or catch crop in winter, [2] or as a forage crop. [3] Some radishes are grown for their seeds; others, such as daikon, may be grown for oil production. Others are used for sprouting.
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Division, in horticulture and gardening, is a method of asexual plant propagation, where the plant (usually an herbaceous perennial) [1] is broken up into two or more parts. Each part has an intact root and crown. [2] The technique is of ancient origin, and has long been used to propagate bulbs such as garlic and saffron.
Black radish is an annual plant whose root is encased in a black or dull brown skin and with a white flesh. [9] Generally, black radish is bigger than spring radish varieties and grows around seven to ten centimeters in diameter or length. The plants can grow up to a height of 0.5 m (20 in). [10]
These holiday favorites are easy to propagate from cuttings to grow gifts for family and friends.
Plant propagation is the process by which new plants grow from various sources, including seeds, cuttings, and other plant parts. Plant propagation can refer to both man-made and natural processes. Propagation typically occurs as a step in the overall cycle of plant growth.
It is the largest radish variety in the world. [5] Its regular weight is about 6 kilograms (13 lb), although large ones can be as much as 27 kg (60 lb). It can grow as large as 50 cm (20 in) in diameter. [6] It is also sometimes known in Japanese as shimadekon (しまでこん, "island daikon").