root vegetables

Cassava (Manihot esculenta) is a hardy, fast-growing perennial shrub cultivated for its starchy tuberous roots, which serve as a staple food for millions worldwide. It thrives in warm climates and is known for its high resilience to drought and poor soils. The plant features deeply lobed green leaves and grows up to 3 meters tall, making it an excellent addition to food forests and permaculture systems.