Status:
valid
Authors:
Standl.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser.22: 31 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168387
Common Names
- Sonorensis Bean
- Sonorensis Phaseolus
- Sonorensis Runner Bean
Description
Phaseolus sonorensis (also called Sonoran 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 sonorensis 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 sonorensis 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phaseolus sonorensis 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 sonorensis
Phaseolus sonorensis is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky habitats, such as canyons and hillsides.
Phaseolus sonorensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phaseolus sonorensis?
Phaseolus sonorensis
What are the common names of Phaseolus sonorensis?
Bush bean, wild bean
What is the natural habitat of Phaseolus sonorensis?
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