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Friday, 20 February 2026
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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California poppy
Fruits of California poppy are thin and elongated.
They form a dehiscent capsule 3 to 9 cm (1,2 to 3,5 in) long. Seeds are released when the fruit splits in two.
Grapes
The first winery known to us existed in what is now Armenia 6000 years ago.
In turn, in what is now Georgia finds have been discovered proving wine production in this region 8000 years ago.
Cornflower
The cornflower has been the national flower of Estonia since 1918.
It is an important symbol in this region and is used by local politicians. For example, it appears in the logos of: Estonian Conservative People's Party or Finnish National Coalition Party.
Strawberry
Strawberries have beneficial effects on the human body.
They raise the "good" cholesterol level (HDL), lower blood pressure, and reduce cancer risk. In addition, strawberries are rich in polyphenols, presenting strong antioxidant activity.
Broad beans
Broad beans are a plant up to 100 cm high, with a naked, tubular stem, four-cornered in cross-section.
Olives
Olive oil is rich in vitamins A, E, and D and also K.
Wonderfully cleanses and regulates digestive processes. It slows down the aging process of the body, ...
Ginkgo biloba
Ginkgo seeds are yellow, plum-like in appearance. Roasted seeds are edible.
It begins to flower after 40 years of growing from seed.
Strawberry
Before the creation of strawberries, people grew wild strawberries in their backyard gardens.
Strawberries gained popularity in the 14th century when they found their way into royal and monastery gardens.
Asparagus
Asparagus roots and rhizomes contain asparagine (an organic compound from the group of endogenous amino acids), steroidal saponins, coumarin, coniferin, vanillin, rutin, volatile oils, carotenoids, amino acids, and unusual carbohydrates.
Coconut tree
Cocos nucifera is a tall palm growing up to 30 meters.
It has feathery leaves 4-6 meters long, which are clustered in a crown at the top of the trunk. They ...