Isbors

Isbors is a genus of plants in the family Brassicaceae. The genus was described by Carl Linnaeus in 1753 and is native to Europe and Asia. Isbors species are typically herbaceous annuals or biennials that grow in disturbed soils and along roadsides. They have a strong, pungent odor when crushed.

The most well-known species is Isbors officinalis, also known as horseradish. Horseradish is cultivated for its large, fleshy root, which is used as a spice and condiment. The root contains a volatile oil called allyl isothiocyanate, which gives it its characteristic pungency. Horseradish has a long history of medicinal use, believed to have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.

Other species in the genus Isbors include Isbors sylvestris and Isbors campestris. These species are less commonly cultivated and are often considered weeds. They have smaller roots than Isbors officinalis and are not typically used for culinary or medicinal purposes. The taxonomy of the genus Isbors has been subject to revision, with some species previously classified under Isbors now placed in other genera.