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St Thomas Bean, scientifically known as Entada phaseoloides and belonging to the Fabaceae family, is a vine native to regions including Bangladesh, Bismarck Archipelago, Borneo, and parts of China, among others. St Thomas Bean (Latin: Entada phaseoloides, family Fabaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
St Thomas Bean is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
St Thomas Bean is a member of the Fabaceae family native to BAN, BIS, BOR, CRL, CHC, and CHS. St Thomas Bean thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
St Thomas Bean grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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