Plants / Solanum Tuberosum
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Plants / Solanum Tuberosum
POTATO (FR : pomme de terre)
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Pla Nts Potato Solanum Terre Tuberosum Pomme
EDITORS COMMENTS
This 19th century print depicts the humble yet essential Solanum tuberosum, commonly known as the Potato or Pomme de Terre. The potato, a staple food source for millions around the world, has a rich and fascinating history that dates back to the ancient Andes Mountains in South America. The image showcases the tubers in their natural state, with their rough, brown skin and distinctive eye pattern. The potato's history is deeply intertwined with human civilization, as it was first domesticated by the Inca and other Andean cultures around 7000 BC. The potato's versatility and high nutritional value made it an invaluable food source, and it spread throughout Europe following the Spanish conquest of South America in the late 15th and early 16th centuries. The potato's impact on history is significant, as it played a crucial role in the European population boom during the 18th and 19th centuries. The potato's high yield and ability to be grown in a variety of climates made it a staple food for many European populations, particularly in Ireland. However, the potato's dependence on a specific climate and the lack of crop rotation practices led to the Great Famine in Ireland in the mid-19th century, which resulted in the deaths of over one million people and the emigration of another million. Despite this tragic chapter in its history, the potato remains an essential food source for people around the world. Today, there are over 4,000 varieties of potatoes grown, and they are a staple food in many countries, including Ireland, Belgium, and Poland. This print serves as a reminder of the potato's rich history and its continued importance in the global food supply.
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