Jerusalem artichoke - pantry of benefits

Tall yellow flowers, somewhat similar to sunflowers, can be seen everywhere. They attract attention with their elegant brightness. And not many people, perhaps, know that this plant is Jerusalem artichoke or earthen pear. It comes from the countries of South America and in ancient times its tuber roots were used as food by Indian tribes. Gradually Jerusalem artichoke pear conquered the whole world. Perhaps its cultivation is not very common in amateur gardening and vegetable gardening here in Russia. but the beneficial and tasteful qualities of Jerusalem artichoke do not allow us to forget about this plant forever.

The vitamins and microelements contained in Jerusalem artichoke tubers are striking in their abundance. Jerusalem artichoke is often compared to potatoes. So, in terms of the content of vitamin C and B vitamins, the earthen pear is twice as high as the second bread! Special mention should be made of thiamine contained in Jerusalem artichoke. This, as they say, is a vitamin of good mood and increased performance. This miracle plant also contains a lot of potassium and magnesium, which are good for the heart, phosphorus and silicon, zinc and iron, an insufficient amount of which affects the work, growth and development of the whole organism.

Jerusalem artichoke is a very wonderful plant. It does not require special care, it only does not tolerate high soil moisture. As for the rest, he is absolutely unpretentious. Jerusalem artichoke can grow in the same place for up to 30 years! And at the same time, while growing, pleasing the eye with beautiful, bright flowers.

Jerusalem artichokes are dug up in the same way as potatoes. Basically, its tubers are located at a sufficient depth - 30 centimeters. After digging, the tubers can be harvested for future use, prepared from them in various dishes for the daily table, eaten raw and stored fresh for the winter. There are many recipes for using Jerusalem artichoke! Moreover, what’s interesting is that you can pickle an earthen pear for future use and make jam from it.

You can plant such a wonderful, beautiful, tasty and healthy miracle plant on your own plot!

Good luck!