However, the majority of Incan crops are generally unknown outside the Andes. Resistance to Incan cropts and agricultural methods has begun to lessen and there is movement in South American governments to take another look at these crops. The interest and research into these are in very preliminary stages for the most part and it is not clear how many of these plants, if any, will enjoy widespread acceptance. There are many barriers to overcome - adaptation of crops to climate, daylength, cultural bias, and diseases. Similar to apples in crispness and is sweet.
Roots retain sweetness when boiled.
Local weed is Ledpdium virginicum - pepper grass. Asteraceae, tubers are white, sweet and juicy but nearly calorie-free. Stem is used like celery. Seeds are bitter but non-bitter varieties have been developed. Vegetables Capsicum spp.