Yacon

Smallanthus sonchifolius, Asteraceae

Zones

7a–10b

Layer

Root

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

High

Soil pH

6 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

CantaloupeCucumis melo var. cantalupensis

Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

CucumberCucumis sativus

Shade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat

WatermelonCitrullus lanatus

Shade Provision

StyloStylosanthes guianensis

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

UllucoUllucus tuberosus

Shade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

SalsifyTragopogon porrifolius

Both Asteraceae family members may share growth-inhibiting compounds and compete for deep soil nutrients

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

Roots

Common Questions

What zones does Yacon grow in?

Yacon grows in USDA hardiness zones 7a through 10b.

What are good companion plants for Yacon?

Good companions for Yacon include Cantaloupe, Cucumber, Watermelon, Stylo, Ulluco.

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