Raphanus sp.
Family: Brassicaceae · Type: Annual · Not Native
Raphanus sp. is a non-native California annual in the Brassicaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Cakile: Radish is hairy throughout; sea rocket is smooth and hairless.; vs Cardamine: Radish pods are thick and corky; bitter cress pods are thin and papery.; vs Eruca: Radish pods are thick and don't split; arugula pods are thin and split open.; vs Mutarda: Radish pods break into segments; mustard pods split lengthwise along seams.; vs Diplotaxis: Radish pods are corky and indehiscent; wall rocket pods are thin and split open.
Frequently asked questions
Is Raphanus sp. native to California?
No. Raphanus sp. is not native to California (recorded as not native).
What plant family does Raphanus sp. belong to?
Raphanus sp. is in the Brassicaceae family, genus Raphanus.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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