Status:
valid
Authors:
Freytag & Debouck
Source:
tro
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Sida, Bot. Misc.23: 262 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001268204
Common Names
- Phaseolus Reticulatus
- Phaseolus
- Reticulatus
Description
Phaseolus reticulatus (also called netted bean, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is an annual herb growing to 1–2 m tall.
Uses & Benefits
Phaseolus reticulatus is used as a food crop and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phaseolus reticulatus is white and bell-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phaseolus reticulatus is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed or division of the root ball.
Where to Find Phaseolus reticulatus
Phaseolus reticulatus is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Phaseolus reticulatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phaseolus reticulatus?
Phaseolus reticulatus
What is the common name of Phaseolus reticulatus?
Netted bean
What is the natural habitat of Phaseolus reticulatus?
It is native to Mexico and Central America.
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
References
George F. Freytag: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Freytag' in the authors string.