Back To Nature Organic Black Maca Root Powder

The maca plant, known scientifically as Lepidium meyenii, is sometimes referred to as Peruvian ginseng. It mainly grows in the Andes of central Peru, in harsh conditions and at very high altitudes — above 13,000 feet (4,000 meters). Maca is a cruciferous vegetable and therefore related to broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and kale . It has a long history of culinary and medicinal uses The main edible part of the plant is the root, which grows underground. It exists in three colors, Red,Black and yellow maca.The outer colours are different but the inside of the maca roots are similar[brownish,yellowish,creamish] maca looks like turnip. The taste of maca root powder, has been described as earthy and nutty. Many people add it to their smoothies, oatmeal breakfast cereals,porridge,and on beverages etc.