A root vegetable such as a carrot or potato (where the food portion of the plant develops underground) could represent: An activity that is mostly unseen or unknown.
The idea of methodically accumulating or stashing things away (such as money or ideas).
Something invested or planted that grows or becomes bigger, possibly without your awareness (such as your love for your child, money invested in stocks, or a problem).
See Also: Root, Food, Flower Bulb
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