Lotus root origin and varieties
Lotus root is native to India, and then introduced into China, now in Shandong, Henan, Hebei and other places are planted, common varieties of lotus root, common varieties of seed lotus, Makou white lotus, Yingcheng white lotus and so on.
Lotus root ripening month
Lotus root is usually blossomed in June, most of the lotus root in the fall to mature, usually in September-October to dig lotus root, for the different varieties and growing environment, the ripening time will also be different, early maturing varieties in July-August has matured.
Lotus root belongs to the fall vegetables, usually picked between September and October each year on the market, and some will be ahead of the July-August market. The fall and winter seasons are the best time to eat lotus root, which is dug out in season and stewed with pork ribs in soup, which is both nutritious and delicious, and can drive away the cold.
Lotus root listing price
Lotus root is available all year round, although the lotus root in the fall maturity, but can be saved for a year, the listing price is generally in the catty 2 yuan or so, the early winter will be cheaper, because all the lotus root has been dug out, the number of natural will be cheaper.