Spanish Name
Vainica
Scientific Name
Phaseolus vulgaris
Category
Vegetables
Perennial/Annual
Annual
Pictures
Edible parts
Pods
Recipes
Growth Type
HerbaceousBushVine
Usage
CulinaryNutritionalFertility
Life Cycle
Placenta 1
Origin
Central AmericaSouth America
Strata Category
Low
How to eat
Eat them sautéed, steamed, boiled, roasted or in stir-fries.
Nutritional Info
Good source of fiber, vitamin K, folate, manganese, vitamin C
Medicinal Uses
Supports heart health, bone strength, anti-inflammatory
Planting Distance
Bush: 15–20 cm apart in rows 30–40 cm apart. Pole: 20–30 cm apart at base of support structure. Full sun, well-drained soil. Avoid nitrogen-rich fertilizers to encourage pod production.
Harvest Time
Green beans: 50–60 days after sowing; dry beans: 90–120 days. Harvest regularly to extend green bean yield.
