Cassava Collection

Plantacao de Mandioca, 1895. Artist: Axel Frick
PlantathOo de Mandioca, 1895. (Cassava plantation). From Sao Paulo by Gustavo Koenigswald. [S. Paulo, 1895]

South America, Brazil, Alagoas, Maragogi, a woman selling fruit and vegetables in a market in the beach town of Maragogi, in front of a political hoarding for the state governor

Cassava and vegetables at market, Sucre (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Bolivia

Africa, Benin, Taneka mountain. Cultivated field with cassava

Virginia opossum, Didelphis virginiana 1, and cassava or yuca, Manihot esculenta 2
5324229 Virginia opossum, Didelphis virginiana 1, and cassava or yuca, Manihot esculenta 2 by Fries, Adolph (1774-1840) (after); (add.info.: Virginia opossum, Didelphis virginiana 1)

Cassava, yuca or manioc plant, Manihot esculenta, Manihot edulis, Manioc
5324476 Cassava, yuca or manioc plant, Manihot esculenta, Manihot edulis, Manioc by Maubert, Louis Joseph Edouard (1806-1879); (add.info.: Cassava, yuca or manioc plant, Manihot esculenta)

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Africa, West Africa, Togo. Cassava plants in field in Togo countryside. Date: 14/05/2005

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Africa, West Africa, Togo. Cassava plants in field in Togo countryside. Date: 14/05/2005

Woman beating cassava, Jamaica by William Berryman, active in Jamaica during the period 1808-1816
3525594 Woman beating cassava, Jamaica by William Berryman, active in Jamaica during the period 1808-1816. by Berryman, William (fl.1808-16); (add.info.: Woman beating cassava)

Woman beating cassava, Jamaica, 1810-16
2909807 Woman beating cassava, Jamaica, 1810-16 by Berryman, William (fl.1808-16); (add.info.: Woman beating cassava, Jamaica. Rear view of woman in yard, chickens and thatched roof structure nearby)

Bread plants (coloured engraving)
997484 Bread plants (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Cassava, manioc or tapioca, Manihot esculenta (Manihot utilissima). Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler

Tree cassava, Manihot carthaginensis subsp. glaziovii
Tree cassava or ceara rubber tree, Manihot carthaginensis subsp. glaziovii (Manihot glaziovii). Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants

Cassava, yuca or manioc plant, Manihot esculenta, Manihot edulis, Manioc. Handcoloured steel engraving by Debray after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A

Virginia opossum and cassava
Virginia opossum, Didelphis virginiana 1, and cassava or yuca, Manihot esculenta 2. Manicou (Didelphe a oreilles bicolores), Manioc

Hammock and beer-fermenting net of the Island
Hammock, rattan basket, cassava beer-fermenting net, and other utensils made by the Island Carib or Kalinago people, West Indies

Cassava and sweet potato
Cassava or manioc, Manihot esculenta 1, and sweet potato, Ipomoea batatas 2. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children)

Cassava or manioc, Manihot esculenta (Manihot utilissima). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants

Woman preparing food from cassava plant, Brazil
Woman preparing food from a cassava or manioc plant, Brazil. The root of the plant is poisonous, but the poison can be extracted by squeezing the sap out by stretching and contracting. Date: 1922

Common Opossum, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999662 Common Opossum, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la natureA)

Preparing bread from the manioc root
Natives of Madagascar preparing bread from the manioc root. Date: 1834

Cassava (chromolitho)
735669 Cassava (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cassava. Liebig card, late 19th century/early 20th century)

Drying the cassava in the African village of Datcha, Togo, West Africa, Africa

Cultivation of Cassava or Manioc -Manihot esculenta-, Siem Reap, Cambodia, Southeast Asia

Branch cassava Manihot esculenta rustic sphinx
Branch of a cassava (Manihot esculenta) with rustic sphinx (Manduca rustica), larva and pupa of tetrio sphinx (Pseudosphinx tetrio) and garden tree-boa (Corallus enhydris)

Branch cassava Manihot esculenta black tegu lizard
Branch of a cassava (Manihot esculenta) with black tegu or lizard (Tupinambis nigropunctatus) and white peacock butterfly (Anartia jatrophae)

Cassava, yam and sweet potato, front view

A selection of Caribbean fruit and vegetables, including okra, mangoes, papaya, sugar cane, green bananas, yam, sweet potato, chow, cassava, blogo, dasheen, bread fruit and plantain

Cassava (Manihot esculenta)
Illustration of a Cassava (Manihot esculenta)

Illustration of Cassava (Yucca), tropical shrub with green leaves

Cassava (Manihot esculenta). Watercolour artwork of a cassava plant. This perennial shrub is cultivated for its edible tubers which are a rich source of carbohydrate

Grating cassava roots, Sierra Leone, West Africa
Two natives grating cassava roots for making foofoo (fufu, foufou), Sierra Leone, West Africa. Date: circa 1906

South American Indians. 16th-18th century. Yanomamo Indians. Inhabitants of the basins of the Amazon and Orinoco rivers. Cultivation of cassava and fruit trees. Italian Engraving 1780. Colored

Dry farming on terraces in the steep and mountainous territory of the Konso, Rift valley. Sorghum (millet) cassava (manioc)

Cassava plant engraving 1877
Encyclopedia Britannica 9th Edition Vol IV Philadelphia j.M. Stoddart & Co 1877

Cassava plant engraving 1878
Encyclopedia Britannica 9th Edition Vol II New York, Samuel Hall 1878

Cassava Yuca engraving 1857
A History of the Vegetable Kingdom by Wlliiam Rhind 1855

Arrowroot tuber plant engraving 1857
A History of the Vegetable Kingdom by Wlliiam Rhind 1855

Peeled cassava root on the jungle floor, Sacha Runa, Napo Province, Ecuador

Preparing Manioc at Banghi in the Congo. Fufu, or cassava bread, is made in Africa by first pounding cassava (Manioc) in a mortar to make flour (as shown here)

Cassava (Jatropha manihot), by Delahaye, watercolor, 1789
Herbal, 18th century. Florindie ou Historie physico-economique des vegetaux de la Torride, 1789. Plate: Cassava (Jatropha manihot). Watercolor by Delahaye

Cassavas, yams, peanuts, rice and millet grains

Yam and Cassava tubers

Cassava or manioc (Manihot esculenta), watercolour by Delahaye, 1789
Herbal, 18th century. Florindie ou Historie physico-economique des vegetaux de la Torride, 1789. Plate: Cassava or manioc (Manihot esculenta). Watercolor by Delahaye

Cassava or manioc roots (Manihot esculenta) used to make cassava bread, watercolour by Delahaye, 1789
Herbal, 18th century. Florindie ou Historie physico-economique des vegetaux de la Torride, 1789. Plate: Cassava or manioc roots (Manihot esculenta) used to make cassava bread. Watercolor by Delahaye

Sliced cassava root, high angle view

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"Cassava: A Versatile Crop Connecting Continents and Cultures" From the bustling markets of South America to the serene landscapes of Africa, it has been a staple food for centuries. In Brazil's Alagoas region, specifically Maragogi, one can witness a woman selling an array of fruits and vegetables including this versatile root crop. Traveling further south to Sucre in Bolivia, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, one can find vibrant displays and other vegetables at local markets. The rich cultural heritage surrounding this crop is evident in every bite. In Benin, Africa, atop Taneka mountain lies cultivated fields adorned with flourishing cassava plants. This resilient crop has played a vital role in sustaining communities across the continent for generations. Interestingly enough, even wildlife like the Virginia opossum have found solace in cassava roots. These creatures are often spotted indulging on this nutritious tuber alongside humans who rely on it for sustenance. The Manihot esculenta or yuca plant is renowned worldwide for its various uses. From culinary delights to industrial applications such as flour production, this plant holds immense value. Delving into history reveals fascinating scenes captured by artists like William Berryman during his time in Jamaica from 1808-1816. Depicting women beating cassava roots to extract their essence showcases the labor-intensive process involved in preparing this essential ingredient. Even centuries ago, artists like Delahaye recognized the significance through their watercolor depictions. Their works immortalize not only the beauty but also highlight its importance within society. As we explore bread-making plants depicted through colored engravings throughout history, it becomes apparent that cassava has left an indelible mark on numerous cultures worldwide. Cassava truly embodies resilience and adaptability while connecting continents and cultures through its presence on plates around the globe. Its journey continues to shape our culinary experiences, reminding us of the rich tapestry of humanity's relationship with food.