Pachyrhizus erosus (Yam Bean) - Image 1

Botanical name: Pachyrhizus erosus

Common names: Yam Bean, Jicama

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Faboideae

Origin: Mexico

Plant with caudexSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterBlue, lavender, purple flowersToxic or PoisonousEdible plant
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Pachyrhizus erosus (Yam Bean) round brown fruit on a plate, close up.
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