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Achocha (Cyclanthera pedata) is a perennial vine native to regions in Central and South America including Argentina Northwest, Bolivia, Brazil Northeast, Brazil Southeast, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico Southwest, and Venezuela. Achocha (Latin: Cyclanthera pedata) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Achocha is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Achocha is a member native to AGW, BOL, BZE, BZL, CLM, and COS. Achocha thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Achocha grows best in USDA zone 9-11, full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and annual life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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