What was the original color of the carrot grown in Europe?
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Since the ancient times, a black carrot has been grown in Asia (var. Atropururea), which was also brought to Europe during the Middle Ages. Through seventeen centuries, almost all of the carrots that were grown were violet. The modern carrot, a result of mutation, was first grown in the Netherlands. As it was sweeter and bigger, it quickly replaced the violet variety.
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Greece
15
Canada
20
Pakistan
32
the United Kingdom
148
Australia
34
Italy
20
the United States
199
Switzerland
64
Austria
159
Republic of Ireland
28
France
12
Poland
3718
India
207
Germany
516
the Netherlands
11
South Africa
12