Yacon Root Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Yacon Root seeds produce a tall, herbaceous perennial plant grown for its sweet, edible underground tubers. This plant develops vigorous stems and large leaves, thriving in warm climates with a long growing season. 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, yacon is typically propagated using rhizomes or tuber pieces rather than true seeds to ensure reliable growth and uniform plants.

Features

• Upright, herbaceous growth habit
• Produces sweet, crisp 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
• Seed Type / Variety: Tuber producing 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