*Kohlrabi is one of the only plants that is bred for its edible korm, which means an enlarged lower stem
*Popeye, a cartoon character known for gaining superhuman strength after eating spinach, first debuted in 1929.
*Turnip infused honey is believed to help treat asthma
*Zucchini and Summer squash are believed to be native to North America—archaeologists believe that they were grown as a food staple in Mexico in 7,000 to 5,500 BCE.
Monday, July 5, 2010
Some Vegetable Facts
Labels:
kohlrabi,
spinach,
summer squash,
turnips,
vegetable profiles,
zucchini
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