Chufa
Cyperus esculentus
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Chufa is a tuber-producing sedge grown for its sweet, nutty tubers that resemble small tiger nuts. It spreads via underground rhizomes and can be cultivated as an annual or perennial crop for both human consumption and livestock feed.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
West Africa and Mediterranean
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
Chufa de Valencia and Chufa Española are traditional Spanish cultivars known for superior tuber size and sweetness, widely used in horchata production.
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Chufa is a tuber-producing sedge grown for its sweet, nutty tubers that resemble small tiger nuts. It spreads via underground rhizomes and can be cultivated as an annual or perennial crop for both human consumption and livestock feed.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Chufa 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
West Africa and Mediterranean
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
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
Chufa de Valencia and Chufa Española are traditional Spanish cultivars known for superior tuber size and sweetness, widely used in horchata production.