Potato
Solanum tuberosum
Family: SolanaceaeNative: The Andes in South AmericaIdentified: Jan 12, 2026
A herbaceous perennial plant that produces edible tuberous roots. It has compound green leaves and can produce white, pink, or purple flowers depending on the variety.
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Requires full sun, well-draining loose acidic soil, and consistent moisture. Plants should be 'hilled' by mounding soil around the base as they grow to cover developing tubers and protect them from sunlight.