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Cassava seeds produce warm-season perennial plants with an upright, shrubby growth habit and deeply lobed leaves. These plants are well adapted to tropical and subtropical climates and thrive in warm conditions with a long growing season. Cassava performs best in full sunlight with well-drained soil and moderate watering, showing good tolerance to drought once established. Suitable for farm cultivation and large garden spaces, the plants establish steadily and develop underground storage roots over time.
Features
- Warm-season plant with upright, shrubby growth
- Produces underground storage roots
- Adapted to tropical and dry conditions
- Suitable for farm and large-scale cultivation
- Drought-tolerant once established
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Manihot esculenta
- Common Name (US): Cassava / Tapioca Plant / Yuca
- Seed Type / Variety: Root crop variety
- Growth Habit: Upright, woody perennial shrub
- USDA Zones: 9–11
- Planting Season: Spring to early summer
- Growing Season: Year-round in tropical climates
- Sowing Season: March to June (warm regions)
- Germination Time and Conditions: 10–20 days at 25–30°C with moist soil
- Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil
- Watering Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
- Mature Plant Size: 1–3 meters height; 1–2 meters spread
- Plant Spacing: 1–1.5 meters between plants
