Raphanus (Latin for `radish`) is a genus within the flowering plant family Brassicaceae. Linnaeus described three species within the genus: the cultivated radish (Raphanus sativus), the wild radish or jointed charlock (Raphanus raphanistrum), and the rat-tail radish (Raphanus caudatus). Various other species have been proposed (particularly rela..... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raphanus
(Daikon, Radish, Raphanus) Raphanus is the botanical name for the Radish. There are two different types of Radishes; the spring Radish, which is commonly used in salads, and the Oriental or winter Radish, which isn't as well known, but is becoming more popular.… Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/10004