What is the scientific name of the carrot plant?
The carrot plant has the scientific name Daucus carota subsp. sativus and belongs to the Apiaceae family.
Questions about Carrot
Short answers, pulled from the story.
When did purple and yellow varieties dominate carrot cultivation before orange carrots emerged?
Purple and yellow varieties dominated cultivation until the modern orange carrot emerged in Afghanistan during the 10th century.
How many calories does a raw carrot contain per reference amount?
A raw carrot contains 41 calories while providing 93% of the Daily Value for vitamin A in a standard reference amount.
Which country leads global carrot production as of 2024?
China leads global output accounting for 42% of the total harvest combined with turnips reaching 45 million tonnes in 2024.
Why did the myth that carrots improve night vision spread during the Second World War?
The Royal Air Force used this story as propaganda to explain why British pilots could fight effectively in darkness due to newly adopted radar technology.