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Sunday, 6 July 2025
16 facts about jerusalem artichoke
16 facts about jerusalem artichoke
Helianthus tuberosus
The wild sunflower, also known as topinambur or Jerusalem artichoke, is a plant that has been widely known and used for various purposes since ancient ...

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Rowan
In ancient times, birders used rowan berries to lure birds into their traps.
Corn
The cob usually contains 600 grains.
The grains are pea-sized and cling in regular rows around the white, fleshy substance that forms the cob.
Poinsettia
More than a hundred varieties of poinsettias are known.
The newest ones have spotted or crimson leaves.
Trees
Throughout the history of many of the world's religions and beliefs, we find references to trees.
In Norse mythology, Yggdrasil is the central cosmic tree, with roots and branches that reach across ...
Ginkgo biloba
Ginkgo was first treated as a fruit tree because of its edible seeds, and later as an ornamental tree.
Sugar maple
It is a source of maple syrup.
It is one of the most cherished culinary condiments for pancakes and waffles.
California poppy
It is a psychoactive plant, but not addictive.
It has been used by indigenous people in California since prehistoric times as a painkiller, sedativ ...
Turmeric
The turmeric rhizome consists of 60% starch, 20% fiber, 7% protein, and 5% fat.
Watercress
The medicinal properties of cress juice allow it to treat skin diseases, eczema, or eczema.
Mandarines
Mandarines and oranges are essential during Chinese New Year celebrations.
They are considered a symbol of prosperity and happiness. During the two-week celebration period, mandarines often appear as decorations and are given as gifts to friends, family and co-workers.