
08/08/2025
The humble potato has a wild backstory.
It was born from a plant "love affair" —
between an ancient wild species and a tomato relative.
This hybridization helped it thrive in harsh climates.
Next time you eat fries, thank nature’s weird romance...
https://www.zmescience.com/science/agriculture-science/potatoes-were-created-by-a-plant-love-affair-between-tomatoes-and-a-wild-cousin/