Solanaceae Flashcards
What type of plant is Solanaceae?
Herb
Where were tomatoes domesticated?
Andes & Mexico
T/F Upon introduction of tomatoes to Europe, everyone loved eating them
False - they were associated with witchcraft so only seen as a curiosity
Tomatoes provide a lot of:
Lycopene (antioxidant), Zeaxanthin (good for eyes), Vitamin A & C, potassium
T/F Potatoes (Soanum tuberosum) are the most important food crop worldwide
False - they are the second-most after cereals
What part of the plant is specialized to make tubers?
Stem
What colour is a potato flower? A) Red B) Orange C) YellowD) Purple E) Any of the above F) C&D
F
Where were potatoes domesticated?
Andes
Originally European uses for potatoes were:A) Animal feed B) Main diet staple of the poor C) Witchcraft D) All of the above
D
T/F The eggplant plant is poisonous
True - only the fruit is not poisonous
Major difference between Solanum and Capsicum berries:
Capsicum are partially empty
Where were Capsicum (peppers) domesticated?
Mexico & South America (maybe?)
What chemical makes peppers hot?
Capsacin
