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Jicama is considered a legume and is sometimes called a mexican turnup. Also known as Heekamah.

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Is jicama the same thing as jeruselam artichoke?

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What part of speech is jicama and what is the definition?

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What is the scientific name of the singkamas tree?

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Is jicama a fruit or vegetable?

jicama is a vegtabel put it tastes like fruie:D


What kind of root is a yam bean?

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How a jicama grows?

Jicama cimes from jamica the most perfitiont place


What is jicama in Tagalog?

Jicama in Tagalog is called "singkamas."


How much starch does Jicama have?

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Is there gluten in jicama?

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Is coconut a legume?

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Is jicama a fruit?

Jicama can be steamed, baked, boiled or fried.