Cassava
Manihot esculenta
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Cassava is a tropical woody shrub cultivated for its starchy edible tuberous roots, a staple carbohydrate crop in tropical and subtropical regions. The plant produces small red or pink flowers but is valued primarily for underground root production rather than ornamental appeal.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
South America
Seasonality
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
Common cultivars include 'Rayada' and 'Tapioca' selections, bred for high yield and disease resistance. Cultivar choice depends on local climate, pest pressure, and starch content desired for food or industrial use.
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Cassava is a tropical woody shrub cultivated for its starchy edible tuberous roots, a staple carbohydrate crop in tropical and subtropical regions. The plant produces small red or pink flowers but is valued primarily for underground root production rather than ornamental appeal.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Cassava grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
South America
Seasonality
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
Common cultivars include 'Rayada' and 'Tapioca' selections, bred for high yield and disease resistance. Cultivar choice depends on local climate, pest pressure, and starch content desired for food or industrial use.