originated in South America and is now cultivated in many tropical and subtropical regions around the world.
It is also known by names such as yuca and manioc.
The cassava root can be processed into a variety of foods, including flour, starch, and traditional dishes.
Because the plant grows relatively well under difficult conditions, cassava has become an important food source for hundreds of millions of people.
Why Can Cassava Be Dangerous?
The main concern is the presence of cyanogenic glucosides.
These natural compounds can release hydrogen cyanide when the
