A-choy

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A-choy (also known as aa choy, sword choy, or yau mak choy in English) is a leafy green vegetable that is a variety of lettuce, scientifically classified under Lactuca sativa, a species in the Asteraceae family. Native to Southern Taiwan, the a-choy is a staple of Taiwanese cuisine that is well known for its crisp stalks, tender leaves, and slightly sweet, mild flavor. The stem portion of the a-choy is known as the celtuce or stem lettuce, and is often used as a vegetable in its own right. Common pests that affect the a-choy plant include aphids, cabbage worms, slugs, snails, and flea beetles.

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