Chayote
Chayote, a perennial, prefers well-drained, sandy-loam soil and full sun. It's frost-sensitive, fast-growing, and benefits from regular watering.
Habit
Perennial
Height
3-5 m (vine)
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well-drained loamy soil
Shade
Full Sun
Moisture
Moist
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Central America
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Warm
Temperature (°)
18-30°C
Humidity (%)
60-90%
Potting media
Peat, compost
Fertilizers
NPK 5:10:10, organic manure
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
300-600 g per fruit
Flowering Time
Year-round (small flowers)
Soil Ph level
5.5 - 7.0
Water Ph level
5.5 - 7.0
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
50-100 fruits per plant
NPK ratio
05:10:10
life Span
Perennial
Health Benefits
High in fiber, vitamin C, supports digestion
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% compost, 30% perlite, 20% peat moss
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2 weeks with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Root Rot, Aphids, Powdery Mildew, Fruit Flies, Leaf Miners.
Yellowing, wilting leaves Curling, yellowing leaves White, powdery coating on leaves Small holes in fruit, premature fruit drop White, winding trails on leaves
Improve drainage, reduce watering Insecticidal soap, neem oil Improve air circulation, apply neem oil Use traps, remove affected fruit Remove affected leaves, neem oil
Fungicides containing metalaxyl, Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Fungicides containing sulfur, Insecticides containing spinosad, Systemic insecticides like abamectin.
HEALTH BENEFITS
· High in fiber, aiding digestion and weight management.
· Rich in antioxidants, supporting heart health.
· Contains vitamin C and folate, boosting immunity.