Canchan-INIAA
CIP-Peru release. Pink-skinned, cream-fleshed; popular for huancaína and frying.
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About this variety
CIP-Peru release. Pink-skinned, cream-fleshed; popular for huancaína and frying.
Canchan-INIAA is classified as a andean / native variety released in 1990, primarily used for all-purpose, frying / fries. For agronomic specs, breeder details, and trial data not yet captured here, refer to the source registries linked at the bottom of this page.
Frequently asked questions about Canchan-INIAA
What is Canchan-INIAA potato?+
Canchan-INIAA is a andean / native potato variety released in 1990 originating from Peru / CIP. CIP-Peru release. Pink-skinned, cream-fleshed; popular for huancaína and frying.
What is Canchan-INIAA potato best used for?+
Canchan-INIAA is best suited to all-purpose, frying / fries. CIP-Peru release. Pink-skinned, cream-fleshed; popular for huancaína and frying.
When was Canchan-INIAA released?+
Canchan-INIAA was released in 1990. The variety is classified as andean / native.
Where is Canchan-INIAA grown?+
Canchan-INIAA is most commonly grown in Andean / Native, with original release from Peru / CIP. Cross-reference our country profiles for production data.
Variety profiles aggregate data from CIP Lima genebank, ICAR-CPRI variety catalogue, EU Common Catalogue, USDA PVPO, AHDB Potato Variety Database, NIAB, NAK Netherlands, the Potato Pedigree Database, national breeding programmes (CAAS, EARO, BARI, INTA, EMBRAPA, INIFAP, IHAR-PIB, VNIIKKH), and peer-reviewed literature in Potato Research and the American Journal of Potato Research.
Updated May 2026 · Reviewed by Potatopedia editorial team.