Description/Taste. Crosnes can be described as appearing similar to a small grub or misshapen pearls. Usually about two inches or more in length and about one-half inch or less in diameter, Crosnes have a crunchy texture and earthy flavor, similar to a Jerusalem artichoke in taste. Crosnes offer a vague, nutty sweetness and juiciness. The plant's hairy felt-like leaves and square stems resemble those of the mint family. Seasons/Availability Crosnes are available in the late fall. Current Facts Crosnes, botanically known as Stachys affinis, is a small tuber vegetable native to Japan. Grown from the chorogi plant, Crosnes are also commonly known as Chinese artichoke, Japanese artichoke, knot root and chorogi. Crosne, pronounced crone, is an Asian member of the mint family, Labiatae, which is known for its edible and unusual-shaped tubers. Extremely labor intensive to harvest, Crosnes take hours of hands-on labor for only a few pounds of edible product.
Fainting (syncope) is caused by a temporary reduction in blood flow to the brain. Blood flow to the brain can be interrupted for a number of reasons. The different causes of fainting are explained below. Fainting is most commonly caused by a temporary glitch in the autonomic nervous system.
But if it happens more than once, tell your doctor about it. 1  If you faint when you turn your head to the side, the bones in your neck may be pinching on one of the blood vessels that leads to your brain. 2  A drop in your blood sugar may also cause you to faint. 3  Some prescription medicines can cause fainting. Be sure to talk to your doctor if you think your fainting may be related to a medicine youâre taking. Alcohol, cocaine, and marijuana can also cause fainting. More serious causes of fainting include seizures and problems with the heart or with the blood vessels leading to the brain.