Potatoes are a starchy vegetable that originated in the Andes region of South America. They are an important food crop globally and can be cooked, mashed, fried, or boiled.
Related terms
Agriculture: The practice of cultivating plants and rearing animals for food, fiber, medicinal plants, and other products used to sustain human life.
Staple Crop: A primary or major crop that is consumed by the majority of people within a particular region or population.
Domestication: The process by which wild plants or animals are tamed and adapted for human use.