Seed Savers Exchange 1554 Open-pollinated Salsify, Mammoth Sandwich Island, 100 Seed Packet Pre-1900 native of the Mediterranean;Known as Vegetable Oyster due to its uncanny oyster-like flavor Long tapered roots average 8-10" long and 1-inch in diameter Creamy white skin and white flesh. Upright grass-like leaves 120 days to maturity Pre-1900 native of the Mediterranean; Known as Vegetable Oyster due to its uncanny oyster-like flavor Long tapered roots average 8-10" long and 1-inch in diameter Creamy white skin and white flesh. Upright grass-like leaves 120 Days to maturity