Where Did the Potato Come From?

Could you imagine your life without French fries or chips?What boosts more the modern obesity levels, if not potato based diet?Ancient Incans deified them; while in Ireland, during the 19th century crop fail due to potato fungi triggered famine, death and massive immigration to America. Today... [ read more >> ]

Wild potatoes from the Peru and Chile (top and middle panels, respectively), and cultivated European potatoes (bottom)

Image comment: Wild potatoes from the Peru and Chile (top and middle panels, respectively), and cultivated European potatoes (bottom)
Image credits: David Spooner

Wild potatoes from the Peru and Chile (top and middle panels, respectively), and cultivated European potatoes (bottom)
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