Common name: Horseradish

Scientific name: Armoracia rusticana

Family: Cruciferae

Uses: Culinary and medicinal.Horseradish root has a sharp, mustard-like taste. I is used to make a condiment and herbal butter. It is used with fish, beef, sausages, poached chicken, egg salad, potato salad, and beets. Horseradish is said to have some medicinal qualities.