Variety traits

Plant height — Oilseed radish

Raphanus sativus L. var. oleiformis Pers.

Height is a key morphological trait of oilseed radish that determines its productivity potential, biomass, and suitability for forage or green manure purposes.

In the reference 35 varieties crop Oil radish, where this is mentioned in the description.

For oilseed radish, typical height values range from 1.0 to 2.0 meters. Varietal specifics significantly influence this parameter: for example, the varieties 'Alfa' and 'Fiolina' reach 114–119 cm, whereas other forms can grow up to 130–150 cm and higher. The final height depends heavily on growing conditions, light regime, and sowing dates.

Plant height is defined as the distance from the root collar to the tip of the main stem and is measured in centimeters during the period of mass development or flowering. This metric is critical for agricultural use: taller varieties provide a higher yield of green mass for green manuring and forage; however, excessive growth can complicate mechanized seed harvesting due to the risk of lodging.

General information about the subject — on the page Plant height.

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Varieties of Oil radish mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.