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Tropaeolum tuberosum

Mashua. Grown in the Andes for its edible tubers which are best roasted like potatoes or yams. A climbing, shade loving plant which needs a cool site and good drainage.

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Mashua. Grown in the Andes for its edible tubers which are best roasted like potatoes or yams. A climbing, shade loving plant which needs a cool site and good drainage.

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Light requirement
partial shade
Height range
tall (121cm plus)
Drought resistance
very good
Frost tolerance
extremely good
Flowering time
summer
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