arracacha
a perennial herb, Arracacia xanthorrhiza, of the parsley family, found in the Andes, having large, fleshy, edible roots.
the root of this plant, eaten like potatoes.
Origin of arracacha
1- Also called a·pi·o [ah-pee-oh], /ˈɑ piˌoʊ/, Peruvian carrot .
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How to use arracacha in a sentence
The savages also cultivated ground-nuts, of several varieties; among them,299 Arachis hypoga and Apios tuberosa.
The Apios belongs to the family of Umbellifer, and is consequently allied to celery, parsnip, and carrot.
The Desert World | Arthur ManginThe roots of the apios tuberosa were much sought after, and eaten by the soldiers, who accompanied us in our ascent.
Early Western Travels 1748-1846, Volume XIV | Edwin JamesShe selected a maple with red flowers, festooned with garlands of apios, that emitted the sweetest perfumes.
Atala | Franois Auguste de ChateaubriandThe Apios tuberosa is indigenous, and springs up everywhere as soon as our land is neglected.
The Wild Garden | William Robinson
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