The maca plant, known scientifically as Lepidium meyenii, is sometimes referred to as Peruvian ginseng.<\/p>\n
It mainly grows in the Andes of central Peru, in harsh conditions and at very high altitudes \u2014 above 13,000 feet (4,000 meters).<\/p>\n
Maca is a cruciferous vegetable and therefore related to broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and kale. It has a long history of culinary and medicinal use in Peru (1\u2002Trusted Source).<\/p>\n
The main edible part of the plant is the root, which grows underground. It exists in several colors, ranging from white to black.<\/p>\n
Maca root is generally dried and consumed in powder form, but it’s also available in capsules and as a liquid extract. Maca extract powder is high in carbs and rich in a number of nutrients, including vitamin C, copper and iron. It also contains many bioactive plant compounds.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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