Plants

Maize as a crop is characterized by high productivity and nutritional value. Therefore, it is a staple food in underdeveloped countries, while it is mainly used as livestock feed in highly developed countries.

Are poinsettia poisonous to humans? Not much, it may cause nausea, diarrhea, or vomiting if consumed.

Coleslaw is the world’s most popular salad based on cabbage.

Asparagus is not only consumed, it is also used as a medicinal and ornamental plant.

Pineapples can be consumed both raw and processed.

The name "chia" comes from the word "chian" in the Nahuatl language and means oily.

Its Latin name is Carnegiea gigantea and it’s a member of Cactaceae family.

Corn is widely grown worldwide, and more corn kernels are produced each year than any other grain.

Corn has also played an important role in the history of the United States. When the first settlers arrived on the North American continent in December 1620, they lacked food, and many died. Those who survived were helped by Indians who shared food with them and showed them how to grow corn, squash, and legumes.

The most popular among sunflowers is the common sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.).