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| Latin plant name
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Pteridium esculentum |
| Common plant name
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Jerusalem artichokes |
| Plant type
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Herbaceous perennial plant |
| Size (meters)
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<1,5 - 3 m |
| Distinguishing features
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It has opposite leaves on the lower part of the stem. The leaves have a rough, hairy texture
The flowers are yellow, member of the daisy flower.
The tubers are elongated and uneven, typically 7.5–10 centimetres. They are edible, a little bit tasteless. They need to be
They will die during the winter and grow next year. It is hard to get rid of them.
They are good to soften the soil. |
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In the garden we had some Jerusalmen artichokes. We cleared them and got the tuburs to plant for the next season.
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