Russian blue potato

Potato 'Russian blue'
Genus	Solanum
Species	Solanum tuberosum
Cultivar	Russian blue
Origin	Russia

The Russian blue potato is a deep purple cultivar of potato believed to have originated in Russia.

Characteristics

The Russian blue potato plant produces medium round and oblong tubers with deep purple insides. ^[1] It is a late season variety of potato. The plants themselves are large, semi-erect, and produce light blue flowers and dark foliage. ^{[2] [3] [4]}

Development

Russian blues are believed to have originated before the 1900s. ^{[2] [5]}

Cooking

Russian blues are rich in anthocyanin, vitamin C, potassium, and fiber. ^[6] The potatoes retain their colour when cooked ^[7] and have a similar texture to russet potatoes. ^[3]

References

1. Chesnut, Helen (2020-03-04). "Helen Chesnut's Garden Notes: If space is limited, choose high-yielding potato". Times Colonist. Retrieved 2021-07-22.
2. Adam, Judith (2007). "Pepped-Up Potatoes". Canadian Gardening . Vol. 18, no. 1. Markham: Transcontinental Media. pp. 74–78. ISSN   0847-3463. ProQuest   217794431 . Retrieved 2021-07-22.
3. Chesnut, Helen (2005-11-03). "Cool November a fine time for cosy fires, comfort foods". Victoria Times Colonist. p. C3. ProQuest   348049993 . Retrieved 2021-07-22.
4. Whysall, Steve (2010-05-10). "These veggies do double duty; Some plants offer attractive flowers and foliage in addition to tasty vegetables". Alaska Highway News. p. B2. ProQuest   276158561 . Retrieved 2021-07-22.
5. "Russian Blue". Heritage Potatoes – Canada. Retrieved 2021-07-23.
6. David, Cynthia (2015-07-22). "Fresh bites: Endless possibilities with Russian Blue potatoes". Toronto Star . Retrieved 2021-07-22.
7. Schultz, Judy (2003-04-16). "Russian blue, Yukon gold lend colour to spud bowl". Edmonton Journal . p. G3. ProQuest   253537829 . Retrieved 2021-07-22.