Japanese Horseradish (Wasabia japonica)

Family: Brassicaceae or Cruciferae | Edibility: Choice Edible (4/5)

UPDATE 12/09/2011: This name is a synonym of Eutrema japonicum (Miq.) Koidz..

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavour and pungency that is superior to horseradish, Armoracia rusticana. — Root - a horseradish substitute.; The fleshy rhizomes are finely grated and prepared into an attractive fresh green paste which is much used as a condiment in Japan.; It is considered to have a distinct flavour and pungency that is superior to horseradish, Armoracia rusticana.; The pungency rapidly deteriorates once the root has been cut.

Habitat & North American Range

Wet places and by streams, in lowland and mountain areas. Usually found near the coast. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)