Beetroot Cultivation : Plant, Importance, and Practices
The beetroot (Beta vulgaris L.) is a biennial plant with fleshy roots, belonging to the botanical family Chenopodiaceae. Originally from the Mediterranean region, this vegetable is rich in iron and phosphorus. Beetroot is cultivated in various regions,…
Carrot Cultivation : Plant, Importance, and Practices
The carrot (Daucus carota L.) is a biennial plant belonging to the Umbelliferae family, native to Southern Europe. Its edible part is the fleshy root, which is highly nutritious, especially rich in vitamin A. In Morocco, carrots are cultivated throughout…
Strawberry Cultivation : Botany, Conditions, and Practices
The strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa) is a perennial plant belonging to the Rosaceae family, known for its nutritious fruit, widely cultivated in Morocco. Strawberries are particularly rich in vitamins C, B1, P, and PP, as well as minerals, making them an…
Eggplant Cultivation : A Detailed Overview
Eggplant (Solanum melongena L.) is a perennial plant that behaves as an annual in temperate climates. It belongs to the Solanaceae family, and in tropical countries, it grows as a shrub. Native to India, eggplant is one of the oldest cultivated crops,…
Cucumber (Cornichon) Cultivation : A Detailed Overview
The cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.), commonly known as “cornichon” when referring to the pickled variety, is an annual plant belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family. Originally native to the tropical regions of India, Central Asia, and China,…
Melon Cultivation : A Comprehensive Overview
The melon (Cucumis melo L.) is an annual, monoecious plant (with both male and female flowers on the same plant) belonging to the Cucurbitaceae family. Originally from South Asia, it is widely cultivated across Morocco, where it enjoys immense…
Watermelon Cultivation: A Comprehensive Overview
Watermelon, scientifically known as Citrullus lanatus (or Citrullus aedulis Pang), is an annual plant native to the tropical regions of Africa. A member of the Cucurbitaceae family, it is widely cultivated in various regions of Morocco, including Souss…
Pepper Cultivation
Plant and Importance of Cultivation in Morocco: The pepper (Capsicum annuum L) is an annual plant belonging to the Solanaceae family. Originally from Mexico and Central America, it is widely cultivated in Morocco, particularly in the Souss region,…
Sources of Nutrients for Plants
Plants rely on three primary sources for their essential nutrients and energy: air, water, and soil. These elements work in conjunction to support plant growth and development. 1. Air: Carbon and Oxygen The air provides two vital components to plants:…
Mineral Elements for Plants
Plants require a variety of essential nutrients to grow and thrive, with the most important being nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. These elements, known as macronutrients, are needed in large quantities and are the ones most likely to be deficient in…