Fun fact! All parts of the cassava plant contain cyanogenic glucosides, which are toxic. Boiling the leaves, as well as peeling and boiling the cassava root renders it safe to eat.
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All parts of the cassava plant contain cyanogenic glucosides, which are toxic. Boiling the leaves, as well as peeling and boiling the cassava root renders it safe to eat.
Hard to compete with horseradish
January 10th 2025Fun fact! Horseradish can be difficult to eradicate once it’s established. This is because the smallest piece of root can grow a new plant. Additionally, the plant spreads by underground shoots that out-compete most other plants which means horseradish can become invasive if not maintained.