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Radishes are thought to have been in cultivation for nearly five thousand years. Like much of the rest of the plant, the flowers of radish are edible. Although not as hot as the root, my experience is that the flowers do have a similar “bite”. As the Plants for a Future database mentions, the only part which isn't generally edible is the fruit capsule as it matures and becomes tough.
For more information on this root vegetable, see Wikipedia's entry on Raphanus sativus.
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I may be misreading what you say about the pods: the capsule is certainly delicious before it gets tough. There are two varieties (or are they) called Rat's Tail and Munchen Bier that are grown specifically for their pods.
Yes, you're right - I wasn't very clear. I've eaten the Rat's Tail radish fruit before. It is edible when green, but once it starts to mature - ehh... no.
most pretty flower in the world