Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Fabaceae

Genus:

Pachyrhizus

Species:

Pachyrhizus ahipa

USDA Symbol:

PAAH4

Growth Characteristics

Height:

300 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

aug,sep

Bloom Colors:

blue, purple

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to Andean regions, prefers fertile soils

Propagation & Germination

Germination Time:

7–14 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate readily without pretreatment in warm soil.