Hyacinth Bean
Common Name: Hyacinth Bean
Species Name: Lablab purpureus
Family Name: Fabaceae
Plant Facts | |
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Origin | Tropical Africa |
Sun Preference | Full Sun |
Susceptibility | Leaf Spot |
ID Characteristics
- Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 18 feet
Habitat/Ecology | |
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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 |
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