Sweet Potato

Fun Fact:

  • American Indians were growing sweet potatoes when Columbus arrived in 1492.
  • Revolutionary War soldiers relied on sweet potatoes as a main food supply.
  • It is not related to the yam, though in the marketplace the two names are often used together.
  • A very important food crops in tropical countries, where both the roots and shoots are eaten as a vital source of nutrients. The deeper the orange color, the higher the beta carotene content

Place of Origin:

  • Mexico
  • Peru

Produced:

  • California
  • Georgia
  • Louisiana
  • New Jersey
  • North Carolina

Nutrients and Benefits:

  • Vitamin A helps keep our eyes, skin, and immune system healthy.
  • Vitamin B helps our bodies get energy from the food we eat.
  • Vitamin C helps heal cuts and wounds and keep teeth and gums healthy.

Nutrient Daily Value (DV):

  • Serving Size: 1 medium potato
  • Baked:
    • Vitamin A: 370% DV
    • Vitamin B6: 14% DV
    • Fiber: 16% DV

Edible Parts:

  • Root

Edible Colors: 

  • Orange

Growing Season:

  • Warm

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