Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oligospermus
ID:
211122

Status:
valid

Authors:
Piper

Source:
ildis

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb.22: 698 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210451

Common Names

  • Phaseolus oligospermus
  • Oligospermus phaseolus
  • Oligospermus bean

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Description

Phaseolus oligospermus (also called 'Oligospermus Bean' and 'Phaseolus Oligospermus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to South America, and is found in humid forests and open areas. It is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 meters in height, with pinnate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Phaseolus oligospermus is used as a food crop and as a cover crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phaseolus oligospermus are small and white. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are slender and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phaseolus oligospermus is a warm-season annual that is grown for its edible beans. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by direct sowing or by planting seedlings. It is usually harvested when the pods are dry and the beans are mature.

Where to Find Phaseolus oligospermus

Phaseolus oligospermus is native to Central and South America.

Phaseolus oligospermus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phaseolus oligospermus?

Phaseolus oligospermus

What is the common name of Phaseolus oligospermus?

Oligospermus phaseolus

What is the family of Phaseolus oligospermus?

Fabaceae

Species in the Phaseolus genus

Phaseolus amblyosepalus, Phaseolus glabellus, Phaseolus oaxacanus, Phaseolus pachyrrhizoides, Phaseolus parvulus, Phaseolus sonorensis, Phaseolus tuerckheimii, Phaseolus xanthotrichus, Phaseolus maculatus, Phaseolus acutifolius, Phaseolus angustissimus, Phaseolus filiformis, Phaseolus micranthus, Phaseolus microcarpus, Phaseolus pedicellatus, Phaseolus polymorphus, Phaseolus polystachios, Phaseolus nelsonii, Phaseolus vulcanicus, Phaseolus leptostachyus, Phaseolus sinuatus, Phaseolus coccineus, Phaseolus lunatus, Phaseolus massaiensis, Phaseolus vulgaris, Phaseolus plagiocylix, Phaseolus augustii, Phaseolus viridis, Phaseolus rosei, Phaseolus oligospermus, Phaseolus carterae, Phaseolus lignosus, Phaseolus texensis, Phaseolus hygrophilus, Phaseolus amabilis, Phaseolus atomifer, Phaseolus chiapasanus, Phaseolus esperanzae, Phaseolus harmsianus, Phaseolus jaliscanus, Phaseolus macrolepis, Phaseolus neglectus, Phaseolus ovatifolius, Phaseolus pulchellus, Phaseolus salicifolius, Phaseolus tenellus, Phaseolus venosus, Phaseolus dumosus, Phaseolus leptophyllus, Phaseolus mollis,

Species in the Fabaceae family