Status:
valid
Authors:
Piper
Source:
ildis
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb.22: 698 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168390
Common Names
- Xanthotrichus Bean
- Xanthotrichus Phaseolus
- Xanthotrichus Runner Bean
Description
Phaseolus xanthotrichus (also called Yellow-haired 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 xanthotrichus 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 xanthotrichus 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 xanthotrichus can be propagated from seeds, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist.
Where to Find Phaseolus xanthotrichus
Phaseolus xanthotrichus is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, such as canyons and hillsides.
Phaseolus xanthotrichus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phaseolus xanthotrichus?
Phaseolus xanthotrichus
What are the common names of Phaseolus xanthotrichus?
Bush bean, wild bean
What is the natural habitat of Phaseolus xanthotrichus?
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