Latin Meaning: The name Clarissa is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Clarissa is: The Latinized form of the English Clarice, meaning famous. Famous bearer: Samuel Richardson's 18th century novel 'Clarissa Harlowe'.
The Spanish explorer, Francisco Pizarro, discovered winter squashes in Peru and brought seeds back to an unenthusiastic citizenry in his country. Archeologists uncovered stems, skins, and seeds of summer squashes in the caves of the Tamaulipas Mountains of Mexico dating back between 7,000 and 5,000 BCE.
There are two classifications of squash: summer and winter. Winter squash such as pumpkins are harder varieties known for their tough exterior. The skin on winter squash is not edible. Summer squash, like zucchini, are smaller and harvested while they are still soft. While squash is a fruit, it is usually cooked in ways similar to vegetables. A serving of squash can provide 10 percent of the recommended daily fiber intake. Squash helps lower cholesterol and improve lung health.