Globe artichoke
Globe Artichoke
The Globe Artichoke (Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus) is a variety of a species of thistle cultivated as a food. The edible portion of the plant consists of the flower buds before the flowers come into bloom.
Pronunciation
- /ˈɡloʊb ˈɑːrtɪˌtʃoʊk/
Etymology
The term "artichoke" is derived from the Northern Italian words articiocco and articoclos. This, in turn, comes from the old Spanish and Portuguese alcachofa. The term "globe" was added to differentiate this variety from the Jerusalem artichoke, which is a different species.
Description
The Globe Artichoke grows to 1.4–2 m (4.6–6.6 ft) tall, with arching, deeply lobed, silvery, glaucous-green leaves 50–82 cm (20–32 in) long. The flowers develop in a large head from an edible bud about 8–15 cm (3.1–5.9 in) diameter with numerous triangular scales; the individual florets are purple.
Culinary Use
Globe artichokes are used in many dishes around the world. They can be boiled, steamed, or grilled and are often served with butter, mayonnaise, aioli, or other sauces.
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See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Globe artichoke
- Wikipedia's article - Globe artichoke
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