MEDICINAL PROPERTIES OF JERUSALEM ARTICHOKE

Abstract

Jerusalem artichoke is a tuberous plant belonging to the sunflower genus, belonging to the class of perennial plants, has a straight thin stem reaching a height of three to four meters, and stiff rough leaves. The sturdy stem of the plant is able to withstand strong winds. Elongated tubers with different colors are attached to the rhizomes of Jerusalem artichoke. Raw Jerusalem artichoke has a sweet taste, vaguely reminiscent of the taste of nuts. The heat-treated root vegetable tastes like mushrooms.