Dasheen

Dasheen

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Dasheen is a starchy edible root that can be used as a potato; however, it must be cooked. Raw dasheen is toxic. The vegetable has a cream-colored to white flesh that resembles a water chestnut. It has a mild, nutty flavor when cooked.

Recommended Temp Storage Zone : 48°F (Cold Storage)
Season Chart : All Year
Specialty : yes

SKU: 162be9f8352c Category:

Country of Origin: Jamaica

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Dasheen is a starchy edible root that can be used as a potato; however, it must be cooked. Raw dasheen is toxic. The vegetable has a cream-colored to white flesh that resembles a water chestnut. It has a mild, nutty flavor when cooked.

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