shrub☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate waterZone 9b – Zone 11a
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
Upright
Growth Rate
fast
Size
3–10′ tall × 2–6′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous
Tolerances & Soil
low
Flood Tolerance
low
Zone 9bZone 11a
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 9b to Zone 11a
pH Range
55.5
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 5 to 5.5
Soil Texture
Medium, Fine
Seasonality
Harvest Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SummerFall
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
pioneer
Native Range
South America
Function & Care
biomass/mulchedible
Edible Parts
rootleaf
Establishment & Care
Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Years to Bearing
1 years
Propagation
cutting, root cutting
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.
