Description
- Origin: Ghana Africa
- Theyre a great source of fiber, potassium, manganese, copper, and antioxidants.
- great vegetable to include in your diet in both sweet and savory dishes.
Yams are closely related to lilies and grasses. Native to Africa and Asia, yams vary in size from that of a small potato to a record 130 pounds (as of 1999). There are over 600 varieties of yams and 95% of these crops are grown in Africa. Compared to sweet potatoes, yams are starchier and drier.