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Arracacha Species, Andean Carrot Plant, Apio, Peruvian Parsnip

Arracaciaxanthorrhiza

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Arracacia xanthorrhiza by DaylilySLP
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Family
Apiaceae (ay-pee-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Arracacia (ar-ra-KAW-chee-uh)
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Synonym
Arracacia andina
Arracacia esculenta
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage

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Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
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Category
Bulbs
Vegetables
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
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Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
Seed Collecting

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Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Birmingham, Alabama

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(Zone 11) | February 2014 | positive

Also known as Peruvian parsnip

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