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Pachyrhizus tuberosus, commonly known as jícama or yam bean, is a perennial vine native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela. Pachyrhizus tuberosus (Latin: Pachyrhizus tuberosus, family Fabaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Pachyrhizus tuberosus is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Pachyrhizus tuberosus is a member of the Fabaceae family native to CLM, ECU, and VEN. Pachyrhizus tuberosus thrives in full sun and requires moist soil that is light (sandy) or medium in texture.
Pachyrhizus tuberosus grows best in USDA zone 9-11, full sun light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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