Oriental-bean
Vigna umbellata
Oriental bean (rice bean) is a warm-season legume that grows vigorously in tropical and subtropical climates, preferring partial shade to full sun and consistent moisture. Provide a trellis or support structure for its twining vines and plant in well-draining, moderately fertile soil — it fixes its own nitrogen so heavy feeding is unnecessary. Harvest pods while still young and tender for the best flavor, or allow them to dry fully on the vine for use as a dried bean.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 5-7 Days • Water Thoroughly Until Moisture Reaches The Root Zone, Then Allow 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 Sep 11, 2022 by Prasad Nayak (cc-by-sa)
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