maca plantation

Biennial, radish-like, rosette forming plant native to the high Peruvian Puna. Germination is in 4 days at 65 degrees F soil temperature. Plant prefers fall, winter and spring conditions for growth. Full sun and a fast-draining soil is preferred. Maca likes a somewhat alkaline soil, such as...

Maca Latin name: Lepidium meyenii Synonyms: Lepidium mayenii Family: Cruciferae Medicinal use of Maca: Maca is a little known herbal remedy and high energy food. It is growing in popularity due to its energizing effects, fertility enhancement and aphrodisiac qualities. Other traditional...