Manihot grahamii aka Graham's Manihot

Taxonomy

Genus Manihot Family Euphorbiaceae Order Malpighiales Class Magnoliopsida Phylum Tracheophyta
Manihot grahamii, a shrub or treelet in the Euphorbiaceae family, is a fast-growing, sub-tropical, woody-stemmed perennial native to South America. It can reach heights of 2-3m and features deeply-lobed, intricately-cut, palmate rich green leaves. During the summer, it produces clusters of waxy red-striped, pale green bell-shaped flowers. This hardy tropical plant, closely related to the edible tapioca, has been found to be completely hardy in Raleigh, NC, by Alan Galloway. While it dies to the ground, it quickly resprouts and can reach heights of 8-10' by the end of the season. The artistically cut green leaves remain near the top of the plant. While it may reseed if allowed to mature, it is not recommended for use below Zone 8 due to its potential seed-dispersing nature. However, it makes an excellent choice as a large container plant in northern states.

Common names

Graham's Manihot, Grahm's Manihot, Falsa Mandioca, Grahams' Cassava

How to care for Graham's Manihot

Difficulty

Graham's Manihot presents a moderate level of care, which allows plant enthusiasts with some experience to expand their skills and knowledge.

Water

Graham's Manihot should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Graham's Manihot prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Toxicity

No verified data on the toxicity of this plant exists within Ploi's records. Should you, someone in your family, or your pet ingest plant material with an unknown toxicity level, it is recommended to seek medical advice.

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