Moth-bean
Vigna aconitifolia
Moth-bean is a hardy legume that thrives in warm, sunny garden beds with well-draining soil and moderate watering. It tolerates lean soils well and actually improves soil nitrogen through its root nodules, making it a great companion plant. Water regularly during establishment but reduce frequency once the plant is mature.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Moderately, Allowing The Top Inch Of Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Temperature
-10° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 18″
Root Depth
Deep
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken May 10, 2021 by Vishnu Chari (cc-by-sa)
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