maca, 馬卡

Dublin Core

Title

maca, 馬卡

Description

Maca is the root of the plant. It is usually ground into power for easy consumption.

Relation

Format

solid structure, even colouration, bright and shiny surface, smooth surface with few wrinkles

Type

Food

Identifier

maca

Food Item Type Metadata

Biological origin

Plant

Scientific name

Lepidium peruvianum

Preparation method

Food nature

Medicinal properties

enhance energy, enhance fertility, alleviate hormonal imbalance, enhance memory

Geographic origin

Peru

Conservation status

WWF Seafood Guide category

Collection

Citation

“maca, 馬卡,” CCCH9051 Group 30, accessed October 4, 2024, https://learning.hku.hk/ccch9051/group-30/items/show/48.

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