How much sunlight does my Cassava need?

Cassava requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

What is the growth pattern for Cassava?

Cassava will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

Can Cassava be grown outdoors?

USDA Hardiness Zone Cassava can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-12b . Find your local hardiness zone here .

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Cassava

Q: Is Cassava easy to care for?

Cassava is generally easy to care for , though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Q: How often should I water my Cassava?

Cassava prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly . Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

About Cassava

Cassava is a super rare houseplant 🌿 that is isn’t challenging to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Cassava belongs to the Manihot genus, and is native to Brazil.

⚠️ Cassava is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. These plants are not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Manihot esculenta

Genus

Manihot

Family

Euphorbiaceae

Order

Malpighiales

How to care for Cassava

Water

How often to water your Cassava

Cassava needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Arcadia, California.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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Light

Check the growing potential in your area

A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for Cassava in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Cassava: 1ft from a window

Cassava love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Arcadia, California ⛅.

Cassava does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Nutrients

How to fertilize Cassava

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Cassava: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Cassava after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

FAQs

Difficulty Level

Cassava is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Water Needs

Sunlight Needs

Toxicity

Growth Pattern

Growing Outdoors