The large, starchy edible roots of this woody shrub native to South America serve as the third largest source of carbohydrates after rice and maize in the tropics. (thehealthyhomeeconomist.com)
Wild Licorice also provides edible roots that can be eaten raw or cooked. (rodaleinstitute.org)
Jicama is a vine of the legume family that grows a large edible root shaped like a turnip. (bookpage.com)