Black Round Rammanos

Winter radish. Roots black; large; and round to slightly oblate in shape. Coarse skin. White flesh. Shoulder flat to convex. Market roots 2-4" long; 2.5-4.5" wide; and 11-24oz. Plants 2-3' wide. Leaves dark green; large; highly lobed; semi-prostrate. Petioles purple. Long season. Dense texture (similar to a raw rutabaga); not particularly juicy or crisp; slightly sweet; moderately pungent. Tough skin must be peeled. Flavor and texture may improve through storage. SSE Accession # 118803