How to Grow and Care for Pachyrhizus

Pachyrhizus thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, ideal for garden beds and containers. Special care points include maintaining consistent moisture without waterlogging and ensuring soil pH is neutral to slightly alkaline. Additionally, regular harvesting of the edible tubers promotes healthier growth.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Pachyrhizus

Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil pH	6-7
Hardiness Zones	10-12

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Types of Pachyrhizus

Yam bean

Native to Mexico and central South America, the yam bean (Pachyrhizus erosus) is a climbing vine with an edible, tuberous root. Archeologists have found it at sites in Peru dating back to 3000 BC. The root can be eaten raw or cooked in soups and stir-fries. The other parts of the plant, especially the seeds, are poisonous.

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