Cassava Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Cassava is a tropical perennial plant cultivated for its underground storage roots and shrubby growth habit. It develops woody stems with deeply divided green leaves and grows well in warm climates with long frost-free seasons. This plant performs best in loose, well-drained soil and is commonly grown in garden plots and agricultural fields for root production. Suitable for tropical and subtropical outdoor cultivation.

Features

• Tropical perennial root-producing plant
• Upright shrubby growth habit
• Produces underground storage roots
• Adapted to warm and frost-free climates
• Suitable for garden and field cultivation
• Performs well in loose, well-drained soil
• Broad divided green foliage

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Manihot esculenta
• Common Name (US): Yuca / Cassava
• Seed Type / Variety: Root Crop Variety
• Growth Habit: Upright perennial shrub
• USDA Zones: 8-12
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring through Fall
• Sowing Season: March-June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 14-28 days in warm, moist soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Loose, well-drained sandy or loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate watering with good drainage
• Mature Plant Size: 5-10 feet tall
• Plant Spacing: 36-48 inches apart