Name: Cody J. M.
Why and how do potatoes get eyes? What are they?
A potato (tuber of potato plant) might begin to sprout, giving rise to
Anthony Brach Ph.D.
Potatoe "eyes" are buds that will start the growth of a new plant. If you leave a potatoe in
your pantry for a few weeks you will see the new growth begin. You can cut the potatoe into
sections, each with an eye, and each will grow a new potatoe plant.
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Update: June 2012