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| Identification |
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Genus
Vigna
Species
sesquipedalis
Variety
Cultivar
Common names
aparagus bean
Family
FABACEAE
Specimen number
S11981
Data source
UnVeg p21
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| Life cycle |
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Life form
Terrestrial
Life cycle
Annual,Biennial
Life span
Annual cycle
Not applicable
Stature
Various
Growth form
Not applicable
Growth habit
Various
Overall height
7' - 10'
Overall spread
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| Climate |
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Sunshine
Full sun to partial shade
Water
Moist
Optimal soil texture
Soil texture 07
Acceptable soil pH
Slightly acidic
USDA hardiness
Not classified
AHS heat zones
Not classified
Sunset climate zones
Not classified
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| Garden |
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Suitable for gardens
no
Nursery
Unknown
Compost
no
Size at acquisition
Unknown
Garden location
Unknown
Garden notes
Full sun to partial shade is needed for Vigna sesquipedalis to do its best. It usually does best in moist soils.
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| Special qualities |
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Tolerates drought
no
Tolerates high humidity
no
Tolerates seaside conditions
no
Insect resistant
no
Disease resistant
no
Deer resistant
no
Best uses
Symbiosis
Attracts butterflies
no
Attracts hummingbirds
no
Autumn foliage
no
Colorful berries
no
Desirable qualities
Other interest
Other interest color
Other interest period
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| Adverse factors |
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Common pests
Poisonous parts
Poisonous indications
Internal poison
no
Dermatologic poison
no
Livestock poison
no
Mechanical injury
no
Hay fever pollen
Hay fever season
Adverse qualities
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| Herbal medicine |
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Medicinal properties
Medicinal parts
Has medicinal uses
no
Do not self-administer
no
Do no use if pregnant
no
Legally restricted
no
Toxicity precautions
Medicinal notes
The beans are shaped like classic long beans. It has a hint of asparagus-like flavor. Vigna sesquipedalis is most frequently used cooked.
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| Traditional uses |
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Parts used
Traditional uses
Contemporary uses
Fragrance
Fragrance parts
Fragrance intensity
Fragrance category
Dye parts
Dye color
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| Cultivation |
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Propagule
Seed
Pollination method
Planting style
Climbing
Crop spacing
8"
Row spacing
8"
Cold frame
4 to 6 weeks
Planting period
Apr 01 - Aug 31
Harvesting period
Frost tolerance
Very tender
Heat requirement
Hot
Fertilizer
Nitrogen
Time to harvest
throughout summer
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| Nutrition |
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Is edible
yes
Culinary uses
Cooked
Nutritional value
Edible parts
Beans
Description of edible parts
shaped like classic long beans
Flavor / texture
has a hint of asparagus-like flavor
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| Horticulture |
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Horticulture notes
The optimal planting season is from April to August. Typical crop spacing is 8". Separate each row by approximately 8". Harden in a cold frame for 4 to 6 weeks prior to setting out. It requires hot days for good production. It is very tender and will die on the first cold night. Nitrogen is required for optimal growth. The best harvesting period is throughout summer. Propagation of Vigna sesquipedalis can be achieved by seed.
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| Herbarium |
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Tag needs printing
no
Collection notes
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