• How does maca grow?

    How does maca grow?

    How does maca grow? Maca is a self-pollinating plant that has two distinct annual growth cycles, one to produce and select medicinal maca roots (hypocotyls) for consumption (Cycle 1) and the second to select optimum maca seeds (rosettes) for planting (Cycle 2). Each cycle takes approximately 9-12 months, with a 3-month drying period post-harvest. Incan traditions allow for 10 years of soil resting and...
  • What is the best maca powder to buy?

    What is the best maca powder to buy?

    To decide which maca is the best for you to buy, is not easy if you take into consideration some elements such as ethics, sustainability towards the community and the environment, flavour, texture, and of course therapeutic properties of the final powder. To make therapeutic grade maca is a blend of tradition, art and science; and the final quality could be influenced during production. So,...
  • What are the different forms of maca to eat?

    What are the different forms of maca to eat?

    Is important to know the different types of maca, how to consume them and the benefits each type brings. There are five main different forms of maca, each has different properties and characteristics. It is extremely important to check the label of any maca product to know the preparation and how to consume it, this way you are getting the health benefits from the plant...
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