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
30
the United Kingdom
146
Australia
34
Italy
20
the United States
192
Switzerland
61
Republic of Ireland
27
Austria
159
France
12
Poland
3671
India
204
the Netherlands
10
Germany
498
South Africa
10