Kashi Lohit is a premium, high-yielding red radish variety developed by ICAR-IIVR, Varanasi. It is celebrated for its attractive, bright red roots and crisp white-to-pink flesh. Packed with 30–125% more antioxidants than standard white radishes, it matures quickly in 40–45 days.

Key Characteristics

• Root Shape: Tapered (icicle) shape, typically 21–24 cm in length.
• Maturity: Ready to harvest in just 40 to 45 days after sowing.
• Yield Potential: Produces a high yield of 40–45 tonnes per hectare.
• Foliage: Lyrate leaf with a distinct red petiole