Edible Loroco Seeds - Flower Plant

Edible Loroco is a tropical perennial vine known for its climbing growth habit and clusters of edible flower buds. This warm-climate plant grows well in garden beds, trellises, fences, and edible landscape plantings where full sunlight to partial shade and fertile, well-drained soil are available. It adapts to tropical and subtropical climates and develops vigorous vine growth during warm growing periods.

Features

• Produces clusters of edible flower buds
• Vigorous climbing vine growth habit
• Suitable for trellises and edible gardens
• Adapted to warm tropical climates
• Performs well in sunny outdoor locations
• Suitable for ornamental and edible landscape planting

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Fernaldia pandurata
• Common Name (US): Loroco
• Seed Type / Variety: Edible Variety
• Growth Habit: Perennial climbing vine
• USDA Zones: 9-11
• Planting Season: Spring to summer
• Growing Season: Warm season to year-round in tropical climates
• Sowing Season: March to July
• Germination Time and Conditions: 2-6 weeks in warm soil around 70-85°F (21-29°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Fertile well-drained loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate regular watering
• Mature Plant Size: 10-20 feet long, spreading vine
• Plant Spacing: 4-8 feet apart