No. 28 (2012)
Articles

The marvelous Jicama

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  • Luis Moreno
Luis Moreno
Universidad Central del Ecuador. Quito. Ecuador
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Published 2021-05-13

Keywords

  • Jícama ,
  • Everyday life ,
  • Indigenous Tradition ,
  • Cultural ,
  • Identity,
  • Ethnobotanics
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Moreno, L. (2021). The marvelous Jicama. Revista Sarance, 28, 145-153. https://doi.org/10.51306/

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Abstract

The article "The Remarkable Jicama" by Luis Moreno explores the multiple dimensions of jicama, a tuber that has been fundamental in various cultures. Moreno examines its importance in diet and traditional medicine, as well as its symbolism in different regions. Through an ethnobotanical and cultural analysis, the author details how jicama has been valued not only for its nutritional properties but also for its role in ceremonial practices and its influence on cultural identity. The study provides a broad perspective on the impact of this vegetable on everyday life and traditions of the communities that cultivate and consume it.

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