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Cassava
Bitter Cassava (Manihot esculenta 'Variegata') is an edible root vegetable native to Central and South America. It grows to about 3-5 feet in height and has persistent, variegated green and white leaves. The long, tuberous, starchy roots vary in colour from white to yellow or even purple. Bitter Cassava makes a good substitute for potatoes in many dishes and can be roasted, mashed, or boiled and used in soups, stews, and curries. Its leaves can also be eaten. As its name implies, this variety of

Growing Environment

  • Soil Texture: Loamy Soil

    Balanced mix of sand, silt, and clay, well-draining but retains moisture, highly fertile.

  • pH Range: 6.6 - 7.3

    Optimal for a wide range of plants, nutrient availability is high.

  • Organic Matter: Moderate (2% - 4%)

    Adequate organic matter levels, common in well-managed agricultural soils.

  • Salinity Level: 4 - 8 (Moderately Saline)

    Salinity begins to affect many common crops, reducing their growth and yield.
    Impact: Moderate stress on crops like corn, wheat, and lettuce; salt-tolerant plants like barley may still thrive.

  • Hardiness Zone: 13A (Min: 60°F, Max: 65°F)
  • Humidity: High

    Humid conditions, often found in tropical climates.
    Impact: Can lead to excessive moisture, promoting diseases like mildew and root rot; may benefit certain moisture-loving plants.

  • Water Requirement: N/A - N/A inches per week

Nutrient Profile