Boost Your GK: What Is The Scientific Name Of Potato
By Anshika Verma
29, Mar 2025 12:45 PM
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Do you know what is the scientific name of potato? Potato is the most common vegetable that is used in Indian households. Tap to read!
Scientific name of potato
Solanum tuberosum is the scientific name of potato. It belongs to the family of Solanaceae which is a root and starchy tuber.
Potato’s word origin
This word is derived from a Spanish word ‘patata’ which originated from the Taino language and for sweet potato its ‘batata.’
There's a potato museum
In 1988, a group of potatoes, Potato Museum in Blackfoot was located in an old railway depot building in the city.
Potatoes came from South America
In 1536, some Spanish conquistadors discovered local potatoes and started shipping them to several other states.
Highest producer of potato
China is the leading producer of potatoes that contributes almost one third of the total production of potatoes.
Health benefits of potato
Potato contains antioxidants, improves blood level sugar, improves digestion, and it is packed with nutrients.
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