Root vegetables are edible plants in which the underground part such as roots, tubers, bulbs, or rhizomes. These vegetables grow beneath the soil and store essential nutrients, making them an energy-rich component of the human diet
Types of Root Vegetables
1. True Roots – These develop directly from the plant’s root system. Like carrots, beets, radishes, turnips, parsnips
2. Tubers – These are swollen, underground storage organs that help plants survive in harsh conditions. Like potatoes, sweet potatoes, yams.
3. Bulbs – These consist of layers of fleshy leaves surrounding a central shoot, storing nutrients for future growth. Like onions, garlic, shallots.
4. Rhizomes – These are underground stems that grow horizontally, producing new shoots and roots. Like ginger or turmeric.