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Jicama
Pachyrhizus erosusA vine native to Mexico and grown for it edible tuberous roots that are also called yam beans. Jicama (pronounced 'hicama') looks similar to a turnip and can be used as an alternative to water chestnuts. The creamy white flesh has a flavour that is sweet ... Read More
Other Names: bengkuang, Yam Bean, Chinese potato, Chinese turnip, Mexican potato
$16.90 ($16.90-$18.75 choose a size)
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Specifications of Jicama
Preferred Climate SubtropicalLearn About Climate Zones
Grown From RhizomeLearn About Propagation Methods
Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 2-5m
Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)Learn about Pollination
Can it Handle Frosts? Sometimes
Amount of leaves in Winter? Some Leaves (Partly Deciduous)
Quarantine Restrictions to these Areas WA
Fruiting/Harvest Months July, August, September
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Customer Tips & Reviews Jicama
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Jicama, Yam Bean
It is good to add to a salad, crunchy and sweet. Buy a packet of seeds from the asian grocery shop and plant them, grows nicely in QLD. A vital ingredient in malaysian spring roll.
