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Solanum tuberosum

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The potato is a starchy tuberous vegetable native to the Americas that is consumed as a staple food in many parts of the world. Potatoes are underground stem tubers of the plant Solanum tuberosum, a perennial in the nightshade family Solanaceae.

FamilySolanaceae
GenusSolanum
NativeSouth America
LifespanAnnual (cultivated)

Synonyms

Synonyms are alternative scientific names that have been used in the past for Solanum tuberosum.

Total Synonyms0
Accepted NameSolanum tuberosum
BasionymNot listed
Last UpdatedNot listed

List of Synonyms