Peruvian Sunroot Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Peruvian Sunroot seeds produce a tall, herbaceous perennial plant grown for its sweet, crisp underground tubers. Native to the Andean regions, this plant is well adapted to warm climates with moderate humidity and requires a long growing season for proper root development. It grows best in loose, fertile, well-drained soils with consistent moisture. The plant is suitable for garden beds and field cultivation. In practical cultivation, it is typically propagated using rhizomes or tuber divisions rather than true seeds to ensure consistent and reliable growth.

Features

• Upright, vigorous herbaceous growth habit
• Produces sweet, edible underground tubers
• Adapted to warm climates and long growing seasons
• Suitable for garden and field planting
• Commonly propagated using rhizomes or tubers

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Smallanthus sonchifolius
• Common Name (US): Yacon / Peruvian Sunroot
• Seed Type / Variety: Traditional variety
• Growth Habit: Herbaceous perennial
• USDA Zones: 7 to 11
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Summer to late fall
• Sowing Season: March to May
• Germination Time And Conditions: Rarely grown from true seed; rhizomes sprout in 2 to 3 weeks in warm soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Loose, fertile, well-drained soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; consistent moisture preferred
• Mature Plant Size: 5 to 7 feet height, 3 to 5 feet spread
• Plant Spacing: 2 to 3 feet apart