Horseradish

Armoracia rusticana

Horse Raddish is known for its hotly pungent fleshy root, which is made into a condiment or table relish. Native to Mediterranean lands, horseradish is now grown throughout the temperate zones and is a troublesome weed in many cool, moist areas. The root is traditionally considered medicinal. This variety has large, coarse, glossy green basal leaves arise from the large white root.