Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvulus
ID:
169056

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
ildis

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz.6: 217 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168385

Common Names

  • Parvulus Bean
  • Parvulus Phaseolus
  • Parvulus Runner Bean

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Synonyms

  • Alepidocalyx parvulus (Greene) Piper [valid]

Description

Phaseolus parvulus (also called Dwarf 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 parvulus 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 parvulus 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 parvulus 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 parvulus

Phaseolus parvulus is native to Central America and is found in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama.

Phaseolus parvulus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phaseolus parvulus?

Phaseolus parvulus

What are the common names of Phaseolus parvulus?

Bush bean, wild bean

What is the natural habitat of Phaseolus parvulus?

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