Russian blue potato explained

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.^[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.

Notes and References

1. Web site: Chesnut. Helen. 2020-03-04. Helen Chesnut's Garden Notes: If space is limited, choose high-yielding potato. 2021-07-22. Times Colonist.
2. Adam. Judith. 2007. Pepped-Up Potatoes. Canadian Gardening. Markham. Transcontinental Media. 18. 1. 74–78. 0847-3463. 2021-07-22. . ProQuest.
3. News: Chesnut. Helen. 2005-11-03. Cool November a fine time for cosy fires, comfort foods. C3. Victoria Times Colonist. 2021-07-22. . ProQuest.
4. News: Whysall. Steve. 2010-05-10. These veggies do double duty; Some plants offer attractive flowers and foliage in addition to tasty vegetables. B2. Alaska Highway News. 2021-07-22. .
5. Web site: Russian Blue. 2021-07-23. Heritage Potatoes - Canada. en-US.
6. News: David. Cynthia. 2015-07-22. Fresh bites: Endless possibilities with Russian Blue potatoes. Toronto Star. 2021-07-22.
7. News: Schultz. Judy. 2003-04-16. Russian blue, Yukon gold lend colour to spud bowl. G3. Edmonton Journal. 2021-07-22. . ProQuest.