Manihot esculenta, commonly called cassava, manioc, or yuca (among numerous regional names), is a woody shrub of the spurge family, Euphorbiaceae, native to South America, from Brazil, Paraguay …

Dec 24, 2025 · In many cultures, cassava is an everyday staple used in soups, porridges and doughs. A registered dietitian explains its benefits and one big health risk.

Nov 14, 2025 · Cassava, tuberous edible plant of the spurge family from the American tropics. It is cultivated throughout the tropical world for its tuberous roots, from which cassava flour, breads, …

Apr 19, 2023 · Cassava is a root vegetable widely consumed in many countries around the globe. It provides many important nutrients, including resistant starch, which may have health benefits.

Jun 26, 2025 · Cassava (also called yuca, Brazilian arrowroot and manioc) is a starchy root vegetable that’s grown globally.

Oct 30, 2025 · Cassava is high in carbohydrates and provides nutrients like vitamin C and potassium. Raw cassava contains toxic compounds, so you must prepare it properly to be safe to eat.

Aug 9, 2022 · Cassava is a long tuberous starchy root that is an essential ingredient in many Latin American and Caribbean cuisines. It is eaten mashed, added to stews, and used to make bread and …

Sep 16, 2025 · Cassava (Manihot esculenta) is a root vegetable also grown as an ornamental. Learn how to grow, care for, and safely harvest this perennial plant.

Mar 6, 2025 · Also known as yuca, mandioca, or manioc, cassava is a shrub native to South America that is harvested for its starchy roots that are used as a rich source of carbohydrates and nutrients. It …

Jan 24, 2025 · Cassava is a gluten-free, energy-boosting root vegetable rich in carbohydrates. Learn about its health benefits, culinary uses, and proper preparation methods.