Brown Yacon Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Brown Yacon is a perennial root-producing plant cultivated for its vigorous leafy growth and underground tuber development. This variety grows well in warm and mild climates with fertile, well-drained soil conditions. Plants develop tall stems with broad green foliage and require a long growing season for steady root formation. Suitable for garden beds, edible landscapes, and outdoor seasonal cultivation.

Features

• Perennial root-producing plant
• Upright growth with broad foliage
• Suitable for garden beds and outdoor planting
• Adapted to warm and mild climates
• Performs well in fertile, well-drained soil
• Suitable for edible garden cultivation
• Requires a long growing season for root development

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Smallanthus sonchifolius
• Common Name (US): Peruvian Ground Apple
• Seed Type / Variety: Brown Root Variety
• Growth Habit: Upright perennial plant
• USDA Zones: 7-11
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: February-May
• Germination Time and Conditions: 14-30 days in warm, moist soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate watering with regular moisture
• Mature Plant Size: 4-6 feet tall
• Plant Spacing: 24-36 inches apart