Loroco Seeds - Vegetable Plant For Home Gardens

Loroco is a perennial vine cultivated for its edible flower buds, commonly grown in warm and tropical climates. The plant develops a twining growth habit and is well-suited for trellises, fences, or vertical supports. It adapts to regions with consistent warmth and performs best in areas free from frost. Loroco can be grown in garden beds or containers with support, and it establishes gradually before producing buds during the warm growing season.

Features

• Twining vine suitable for vertical growing structures
• Adapted to warm and tropical climates
• Produces edible flower buds during the growing season
• Suitable for garden beds and large containers with support
• Perennial growth habit in frost-free conditions

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Fernaldia pandurata
• Common Name (US): Loroco
• Seed Type / Variety: Edible flower vine
• Growth Habit: Twining, climbing vine
• USDA Zones: 10–11
• Planting Season: Late spring to early summer
• Growing Season: Summer to early fall
• Sowing Season: March–June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 10–20 days in warm, moist soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture without waterlogging
• Mature Plant Size: 2–5 m vine length
• Plant Spacing: 60–120 cm