What is another word for root crop?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈuːt kɹˈɒp] (IPA) 
Root crops refer to vegetables that grow underground, are often rich in nutrients and serve as an important staple food for many cultures. There are several synonyms for the word 'root crop,' including tuber vegetables, underground vegetables, root vegetables, and rhizome vegetables. Tuber vegetables include sweet potatoes, white potatoes, and yams while underground vegetables encompass carrots, onions, turnips, and garlic. Root vegetables are a broad term that includes all kinds of underground growths that store nutrients. Finally, rhizome vegetables are a type of root crop that spreads underground and sprouts new plants. Regardless of the name used, root crops play an essential role in providing wholesome and nutritious food for millions of people worldwide.
