Accumoli. Cicerchia

Accumoli. Cicerchia

The Grass Pea of Accumoli (Cicerchia) is cultivated in a plateau at at about 850 meters above sea level. 

This wild legume prefers highland and grows in mountainous areas. 

it is a dry lenticular irregularly shaped legume, beige not uniform colour.

Legumes have always been a key component in the diet of poor people and are the basis of many local dishes.

 


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Benedicta Lee

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