he shrubby cassava (Manihot esculenta), commonly known as manioc, yuca, or mandioca, belongs to the Euphorbiaceae spurge family. With the rise of health concerns from consumers, cassava has become a nutritious alternative to wheat and other gluten-containing cereals. The growing demand for cassava-flour-based products such as snacks and noodles for consumers with gluten intolerance or on a gluten-free diet is evidence that more individuals view cassava as a nutritious alternative. Advances in cassava processing technology are also a critical factor for market development.