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The artichoke is a domesticated variety of the wild cardoon (Cynara cardunculus), [9] which is native to the Mediterranean area. [1] There was debate over whether the artichoke was a food among the ancient Greeks and Romans, or whether that cultivar was developed later, with Classical sources referring instead to the wild cardoon.
The Jerusalem artichoke (Helianthus tuberosus), also called sunroot, sunchoke, wild sunflower, [3] topinambur, [3] or earth apple, is a species of sunflower native to central North America. [4] [5] It is cultivated widely across the temperate zone for its tuber, which is used as a root vegetable. [6]
The cardoon (Cynara cardunculus / ˈ s ɪ n ər ə k ɑːr ˈ d ʌ n k j ʊ l ə s /), [2] [3] also called the artichoke thistle, is a thistle in the family Asteraceae. It is a naturally occurring species that also has many cultivated forms , including the globe artichoke .
Carciofi alla romana (Italian: [karˈtʃɔːfi alla roˈmaːna]; lit. ' Roman-style artichokes ') is a typical dish of Roman cuisine of pan braised artichokes. During spring-time in Rome, the dish is prepared in each household and is served in all restaurants.
Carciofi alla giudìa (Italian: [karˈtʃɔːfi alla dʒuˈdiːa]; lit. ' Jewish-style artichokes ') is among the best-known dishes of Roman Jewish cuisine. [1] The recipe is essentially a deep-fried artichoke, and originated in the Jewish community of Rome, giudìo being the term for Jew in the Romanesco language.
Artichoke production in Italy has a long history. Italy is the world's largest producer of artichokes. [ 1 ] With Spain and France, the three countries produce more than 80% of the world's artichokes .
It is made from 13 herbs and plants, predominant among which is the artichoke (Cynara scolymus), from which the drink derives its name. [1] Cynar is dark brown and has a bittersweet flavor, and its strength is 16.5% alc/vol. It was launched in Italy in 1952. A version with 35% ABV, called Cynar 70 Proof, became available in the 2010s. [2]
Jerusalem artichoke - specific species of sunflower with large, edible root. Lily Bulbs- several species in Lilium family; Oca - specific species of Oxalis, or Wood Sorrel with large edible root. Tobacco Root - (species of Velerian, not actual tobacco) Wapato - several species of Sagittaria; Wild Onion - several native species, such as Ramps ...