Cassava Seeds Manihot Esculenta for Planting- Yuca, Good Source of Carbohydrates, Ideal for Boiling, Frying, or Mashing
Cassava Seeds Manihot Esculenta for Planting- Yuca, Good Source of Carbohydrates, Ideal for Boiling, Frying, or Mashing
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Cassava Seeds Manihot Esculenta for Planting- Yuca, Good Source of Carbohydrates, Ideal for Boiling, Frying, or Mashing
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Bring the nutritious and versatile Cassava (Yuca) plant to your garden with high-quality Manihot Esculenta seeds. These seeds grow into hardy, drought-tolerant plants producing starchy roots that are a rich source of carbohydrates, perfect for culinary uses such as boiling, frying, or mashing.
Features:
- Variety: Manihot Esculenta (Cassava/Yuca)
- Growth habit: Upright, bushy, hardy, and drought-tolerant
- Root characteristics: Starchy, carbohydrate-rich, edible
- Leaf characteristics: Large, green, and edible when cooked
- Light requirements: Full sun
- Soil requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
- Suitable for: Garden beds, large containers, and outdoor planting
Specifications:
- Seed Type: Non-GMO, high-quality vegetable seeds
- Planting Season: Spring to early summer
- Zones: USDA Zones 9–11
- Planting Depth: 1–2 inches (25–50 mm)
- Spacing: 12–24 inches (30–60 cm) between plants
- Germination Time: 14–28 days
- Days to Harvest: 10–12 months for mature roots
- Plant Height: 4–6 feet (1.2–1.8 m)
- Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
- Maintenance: Mulch to retain moisture and control weeds; thin seedlings for optimal root growth
- Indoor/Outdoor: Suitable for outdoor gardens and large container planting
Planting Guide:
- Soak seeds for 12–24 hours to enhance germination.
- Sow seeds in well-draining soil after the last frost.
- Maintain soil moisture until seedlings are established.
- Provide full sun exposure for optimal root development.
- Harvest roots 10–12 months after planting when fully mature.
Benefits:
- Produces starchy, carbohydrate-rich roots for multiple culinary uses
- Easy-to-grow, hardy, and drought-tolerant
- Suitable for home gardens, container planting, and outdoor beds
- Leaves are also edible when cooked, providing additional nutrition
