Are Yams a Potato or a Squash? Unpacking the Difference
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According to the Library of Congress, the widespread confusion between yams and sweet potatoes in the United States dates back to the 1930s. The question, 'Are yams a potato or a squash?', is fueled by mislabeling in grocery stores and an unfamiliarity with true yams, which are botanically distinct from both potatoes and all types of squash.
