WINGED BEAN Seeds
Botanical Name: Psophocarpus tetragonolobus
Quantity: 50 grams
- Unique tropical legume with edible pods, leaves, flowers, and roots.
- Produces distinctive four-angled pods with a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
- Rich in protein, vitamins A and C, calcium, iron, and other essential nutrients.
- Versatile vegetable; pods can be eaten raw, steamed, stir-fried, or in soups.
- Thrives in hot, humid climates, making it an excellent choice for tropical and subtropical regions.
- Vigorous climbing plant that requires support, growing up to 3 – 4 meters tall.
- Flowers are also edible, and the plant’s tuberous roots can be harvested and eaten like potatoes.
Plant Details:
- Plant Type: Perennial vine (grown as annual in temperate regions)
Sowing Information:
- Sow When:
- Temperate: November – January (in frost-free areas)
- Subtropical: September – March
- Tropical: Year-round
- Cool: Not recommended, unless grown in a greenhouse
- Arid: September – April
- Germination: 10 – 14 days
- Depth: 2 – 3 cm deep
- Position: Full sun with support for climbing
- Sow Where: Directly into garden beds or large containers
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 5.5 – 7.5; prepare with compost
- Spacing: 30 cm between plants, 1 meter between rows
Details:
- Water regularly, especially during flowering and pod formation.
- Mulch to retain moisture and control weeds.
Harvest:
70 – 80 days after sowing (for young pods)
Growing instructions (microgreens)
- Not typically grown as microgreens, but young shoots can be harvested for use in salads or stir-fries.
