Pachyrhizus erosus, commonly known as jícama (/ ˈhɪkəmə / or / dʒɪˈkɑːmə /; [1] Spanish jícama [ˈxikama] ⓘ; from Nahuatl xīcamatl, [ʃiːˈkamatɬ]) or Mexican turnip, is a native Mesoamerican vine, although the name jícama most commonly refers to the plant's edible tuberous root. It is in the pea family (Fabaceae).

Apr 19, 2023 · Jicama, also called a yam bean and a Mexican potato, is a slightly sweet, high-fiber vegetable that fills you up, aids digestion and fights illness.

Oct 28, 2024 · Other names for jicama include yam bean, Kuzu-imo, Mexican potato, Mexican water chestnut, and Chinese turnip. Here are 8 health and nutrition benefits of jicama. 1. Packed with nutrients. Jicama...

Goiteño, nupe, jacatupe or Amazonian yam bean (Pachyrhizus tuberosus) is an annual vine that is characterized by a wrapped and herbaceous stem and a ligneous base. It has white and lilac flowers, pods from 10 to 20 cm in length and beans with a high protein content (32%).

Feb 29, 2024 · While jicama is native to Mexico and Central America, it has been introduced to and cultivated in southeast Asia and parts of Africa. It is sometimes called a Mexican turnip or yam bean. Jicama is what's known as a starchy vegetable, which also includes potatoes, corn, green peas, and parsnips.

Jicama is a tropical legume native to Mexico that grows on vines. It’s sometimes called a yam bean, probably because it resembles a yam in texture and sweet taste. It looks a bit like a potato and a turnip put together. The nutrients found in jicama are pretty exciting.

Aug 13, 2014 · Yam beans are loaded with vitamins and minerals, have high nutritional value, and offer many health benefits. Yams bean taste closer to an apple and are a best source of Vitamin C. Yam beans are low in calories but very high in essential nutrients.

Botanical Name: Pachyrrhizus erosus. Common Names: Jicama (pronounced he'-cama) has a variety of common names including climbing yam bean; Mexican potato; Mexican Water Chestnut; Mexican turnip; cây củ đậu (Vietnam); seng kuang (Malay); di gwa (Chinese); kuzuimo (Japan); sinkamas (Filipino); man kaeo (Thai); sankalu (Hindi). Plant Family: Fabaceae.

May 20, 2022 · Jicama—also called Chinese yam, yam bean root, Mexican potato, fon goot, or sicama—is a root vegetable native to Mexico and Central America. It’s often described as a cross between a potato and an apple.

Mar 9, 2025 · Jicama (Pachyrhizus erosus), also known as Mexican yam bean or singkamas, is a crunchy, sweet root vegetable native to Central America. Revered for its juicy texture and versatility, it thrives in tropical climates and is a staple in Latin American and Asian cuisines.