Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pachyrrhizoides
ID:
169055

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem7: 504 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168384

Common Names

  • Pachyrrhizoides Bean
  • Pachyrrhizoides Phaseolus
  • Pachyrrhizoides Runner Bean

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Description

Phaseolus pachyrrhizoides (also called Thick-rooted bean, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and grows in a variety of habitats, from tropical rainforest to dry woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Phaseolus pachyrrhizoides is used as a source of food for humans and animals, as well as for medicinal purposes. It is also used as a soil cover crop to improve soil fertility and reduce erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phaseolus pachyrrhizoides has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and black. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phaseolus pachyrrhizoides is a tropical tree native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5-7.5. The cuttings should be taken from mature wood and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The tree prefers full sun and moderate to high humidity.

Where to Find Phaseolus pachyrrhizoides

Phaseolus pachyrrhizoides is native to Central America.

Phaseolus pachyrrhizoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phaseolus pachyrrhizoides?

Phaseolus pachyrrhizoides

What are the common names of Phaseolus pachyrrhizoides?

Bush bean, wild bean

What is the natural habitat of Phaseolus pachyrrhizoides?

It is native to Mexico

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