Water
Water Buckeye-leafed Cassava moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in cooler months, allowing the soil to dry out more between waterings.
Ensure good drainage.
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Manihot aesculifolia is a woody shrub native to South America, known for its palmate leaves. It is related to cassava but not widely cultivated for its tubers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some direct sun, especially in cooler climates. Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot regions.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Well-drained, sandy loam
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 20-27°C. Protect from frost and temperatures below 10°C.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed monthly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer, diluted to half strength. Do not fertilize in fall or winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Contains cyanogenic glycosides, particularly in the roots and leaves, which can be toxic if not properly processed. The toxin is hydrogen cyanide.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Buckeye-leafed Cassava moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in cooler months, allowing the soil to dry out more between waterings.
Ensure good drainage.
Prune Manihot aesculifolia to maintain shape and size, or to remove any dead or damaged stems. Light pruning can be done anytime, but heavier pruning is best performed in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Propagation is typically done through stem cuttings, 10-15 cm long, taken during the growing season. Allow the cuttings to callus for a few days before planting them in moist, well-draining potting mix.
Rooting usually occurs within a few weeks.
Repot Manihot aesculifolia every 2-3 years, or when it becomes root-bound, usually in spring. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one, ensuring it has adequate drainage holes.
Use a well-draining potting mix.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae |
| Genus | Manihot |
| Species | Manihot aesculifolia |
Similar in genus Manihot
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