Is the entire Radish Plant Edible? Including leaves, stems, roots, flowers, pods. Any Species Poisonous?

Question

Hi! I heard the entire radish plant is edible in all stages and forms no matter what species or kind it is including normal root radishes.

My friend has a few root radishes that went to seed, and now have pods as well, are these safe to eat? Also I have read of people using seedlings and leaves of all types of radish in salads and stir frys.

Thanks for all your help, I know there are many poisonous plants out there, and want to make sure before my friends, family, or I consume any of them..!!

Answer 1

You can use the whole radish. Sometimes the stems are a little bitter.

Answer 2

I found this info in the article mentioned below. This should answer your question. If you want to know more about the radish and the other types of radishes out there, then check out the article, it has a lot more useful information.

"The seeds of radishes grow in pods, following flowering that happens when left to grow past their normal harvesting period. The seeds are edible, and are sometimes used as a crunchy, spicy addition to salads. Some varieties are grown specifically for their seeds or seed pods, rather than their roots."

"The most popular part for eating is the napiform taproot [a plant's taproot is a straight tapering root that grows vertically down. It forms a center from which other roots sprout.], although the entire plant is edible and the tops can be used as a leaf vegetable."

I hope this helps.