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The Yam Bean (Pachyrhizus erosus) is a perennial vine and forb/herb that thrives in tropical regions of Central America and Mexico, including countries such as Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and parts of Mexico. Yam Bean (Latin: Pachyrhizus erosus) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Yam 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.
Yam Bean is a member native to BLZ, COS, ELS, GUA, HON, and MXC. The Yam Bean (Pachyrhizus erosus) thrives in full sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Yam Bean grows best in USDA zone 9-12, full sun light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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