Yam Bean

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Pachyrhizus

Description Pachyrhizus is a genus of leguminous vines that belong to the family Fabaceae. Commonly known as yam bean or jicama, these plants are native to Central and South America. The name “Pachyrhizus” comes from the Greek words “pachys” meaning thick and “rhiza” meaning root, referring to the fleshy tubers that the plant produces. Pachyrhizus is an important food crop…