{"product_id":"cassava-cuttings-manihot-esculenta","title":"Cassava Cuttings (Manihot esculenta)","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow one of the world's most productive and calorie-dense food crops with our \u003cstrong\u003eCassava Cuttings (Manihot esculenta)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each purchase includes \u003cstrong\u003etwo healthy 20cm cuttings\u003c\/strong\u003e, ready to establish into vigorous plants that can provide an abundant harvest of edible roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCassava, also known as manioc, yuca, or tapioca plant, is a staple food for millions of people worldwide and is highly valued in food forests, permaculture systems, survival gardens, and homesteads. Renowned for its impressive carbohydrate production, drought tolerance, and ability to thrive in challenging conditions, cassava is one of the most reliable food security crops you can grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, cassava produces large underground tubers rich in energy and can remain in the ground until needed, effectively acting as a living food storage system. The roots can be cooked, boiled, fried, roasted, or processed into flour and starch. Cassava is the source of tapioca, a versatile ingredient used in cooking and baking around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌱 2 x Healthy Cassava Cuttings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌱 Approximately 20cm Length Each\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌱 Ready for Planting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌱 Carefully Selected from Productive Parent Plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Grow Cassava?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Extremely high calorie production per square metre\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Excellent food security crop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Drought tolerant once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Ideal for food forests and permaculture gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Produces large edible tubers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Can remain in the ground until harvest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Low maintenance and easy to grow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Suitable for tropical and subtropical climates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Valuable survival and homestead crop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manihot esculenta\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cassava, Manioc, Yuca, Tapioca Plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial root crop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClimate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical and Subtropical\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrost Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically 8-18 months depending on growing conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdible Parts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tuberous roots (must be properly prepared before consumption)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌳 Food Forests\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌿 Permaculture Gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🏡 Homesteads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🥕 Survival Gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌱 Sustainable Living Projects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🍠 Edible Landscapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌎 Regenerative Agriculture Systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCassava is one of the ultimate long-term food crops for anyone seeking greater self-sufficiency and resilience. Add these easy-to-grow cassava cuttings to your garden and start producing a dependable source of homegrown calories for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Food Forest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45905307959353,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/9463\/1993\/files\/image_fb910db9.png?v=1780423956","url":"https:\/\/foodforestza.com\/products\/cassava-cuttings-manihot-esculenta","provider":"The Food Forest","version":"1.0","type":"link"}