We cultivate 3 varieties: Violet, Green Queen and Calicó. Besides water, the main component of artichokes are carbohydrates, including Inulin and fibre. The main minerals are sodium, potassium, phosphorus and calcium; and the vitamins include vitamin B1, vitamin B3 and small amounts of vitamin C. However, the most remarkable part of its composition are a series of substances that are found in small quantities, but which have notable positive physiological effects.