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Hyacinth Bean (Lablab purpureus) is a perennial vine and forb/herb native to parts of Africa including Angola, Benin, Botswana, Cameroon, Cape Provinces, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Eritrea, and others. Hyacinth Bean (Latin: Lablab purpureus) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Hyacinth 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.
Hyacinth Bean is a member native to ANG, BEN, BOT, CMN, CPP, and CVI. Hyacinth Bean thrives in full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Hyacinth Bean grows best in USDA zone 9-11, full sun light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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