At the same time, the image of the potato refers to groundedness, since it grows underground. As a root plant, the potato addresses the rootedness of the dream- er. As a tuber, the potato has a peculiar androgynous shape: it could represent a phallic symbol as well as typically feminine shapes. As one of the basic food forms, the potato also represents the nurturing female as well as the power of Mother Nature. [2]
Because of its broad ranging use in folk remedies, a symbol for the return to health, usually in a physical sense.
Provision and the staples of life. Potatoes were an essential crop to many communities.
In a more negative sense, sitting on the side lines of life, getting sucked in by non-active pastimes (e.g., “being a couch potato”). [3]
To see or eat mashed potatoes suggests that you are experiencing money worries. [7]
2. Success and fondest wishes come to pass. [10]