Thai Jicama seeds
Introducing our Thai Jicama seeds, an invitation to cultivate a unique and versatile addition to your garden. Botanically classified as a bean, these are far from traditional beans as they lean more on the vegetable classification. These seeds give rise to a plant that produces the crisp and succulent jicama, celebrated for its refreshing taste and culinary adaptability.
Originating from Thailand, this variety adds an exotic touch to your gardening experience, promising not only a delightful harvest but also a journey into the vibrant world of international flavors. As the plant matures, its roots develop into a crunchy, mild-flavored tuber, offering endless possibilities in salads, stir-fries, and various culinary creations. This Thai version is smaller, more pale, and slightly more pointed than their Latin counterparts. Each jicama can grow up to 5 lbs. They will be smaller and cooler regions.
Seed count: 10
Botanic name:
Pachyrhizus erosus
Plant spacing:
10"-12" apart / 12" for rows
Color:
Medium green vines with pale cream-colored roots.
Sowing depth:
1/4"
Sun requirements:
Full sun
Utilization:
These semi-sweet roots are a refreshing addition to salads, stir-fries, and various culinary creations. We personally enjoy these sliced fresh with a little lime juice and red pepper flakes, it's a flavorful adventure for the palette! Equally, you can cut these into fries, dry them off, and deep fry them, and topped with your favorite seasoning.
Frost hardy:
No
Maturity days:
150-160 days
Life cycle:
Annual
Can I start indoors:
Yes
Container friendly:
Yes
Other names:
In Southeast Asian, they are known as singkamas. Their Latin counterparts are also known as Mexican potato, Mexican yam bean, and Mexican turnip.
