Can I grow manioc in the North East?

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Manioc (also known as cassava or tapioca) comes from the Manihot esculenta plant. It is a subtropical species that grows in Zones 10 to 12. It will, therefore, not grow in the Northeast.

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  • Last Updated Apr 02, 2018
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  • Answered By Anita Finkle

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