Golden Yacón, Peruvian Ground Apple, Earth Apple | Smallanthus sonchifolius medicinal turmeric root

turmeric root

and ability to thrive in a variety of climates

intricate flowers loved by butterflies—especially the Gulf Fritillary and Zebra Longwing

♻️ Landscape Use: Long-season border plant

and with a subtler spicy-herbal fragrance rather than licorice — closer to oregano than anise

Golden Yacón, Peruvian Ground Apple, Earth Apple | Smallanthus sonchifolius medicinal turmeric rootShips well rooted in a 3. 5 x 5 inch deep pot A unique, easy to grow perennial prized for its sweet, crisp tubers and lush, tropical appearance. Native to the Andes, Yacon thrives in warm climates and produces large, sunflower like foliage with edible, water rich roots that taste like a cross between apple and watermelon. Yacon has a similar texture to jcama. The purple skinned variety offers an extra pop of color and sweetness! Plants grow vigorously