Ajanhuiri, Yari
Solanum ajanhuiri
Family: Solanaceae
What it is like
A herb. It grows 40-70 cm tall. A diploid potato.
There are about 1400 Solanum species. It is a diploid potato species.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. In Bolivia it grows between 3,800-4,100 m altitude. It is resistant to frost. It is best in a slightly acid soil. Plants need short days to produce tubers.
Countries/locations it is found in
Andes, Bolivia, Ecuador, Peru, South America
How it is used for food
It is cultivated in some places.
Edible parts
Root, tuber
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from tubers.
Plants can produce tubers in 5-6 months.
Its other names
Local names
Papa