Wild radish is predominantly an autumn and winter germinating annual weed. But is known to germinate all year round.
The first two leaves which are produced (cotyledons) are heart shape with long stems.
The seedling develops into a flat rosette producing deeply lobed, margin toothed leaves with short stiff hairs.
As the plant matures, it extends upwards, producing branched stems with clusters of flowers at the end of the branches. The flowers can range in colour from yellow or white through to purple, pink or brown.
Wild radish is an extremely competitive and persistent plant, producing high dormancy seeds which last in the soil for many years.
