Hyacinth Bean
Common Name: Hyacinth Bean
Species Name: Lablab purpureus
Family Name: Fabaceae
Examples of Hyacinth Bean Lablab purpureus
| Plant Facts | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Tropical Africa |
| Sun Preference | Full Sun |
| Susceptibility | Leaf Spot |
ID Characteristics
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Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 18 feet
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| Soil Preference | Well-drained |
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 9 |
| Notes | This plant is used as much for its beautiful fruit as it is for its purple flowers; the pods and peas are edible |