Lablab purpureus 5 PCS fresh seeds, Dolichos lablab, Purple hyacinth bean, Dolichos bean, Bonavist dolichos, Seim bean, Lablab bean, Vines

🌱 Lablab purpureus — Dolichos lablab, Purple hyacinth bean, Dolichos bean, Bonavist dolichos, Seim bean, Lablab bean, Vines

Lablab purpureus is a product of Deodar Seeds, offering 5 PCS fresh seeds of this rare and unique plant. This herbaceous climbing plant belongs to the Fabaceae family, known for its striking appearance and versatility. Key selling points include its ability to thrive in a variety of conditions, making it an ideal choice for gardeners and farmers alike.

🌿 Botanical Description

Lablab purpureus reaches a stem length of 3-5 m, producing 15-20 lateral shoots. The leaves are formed by three leaflets, while large flowers of white, reddish, or purple colors are collected in racemes. The fruits are beans, flattened, curved, and beak-shaped, containing 2-4 seeds. The seeds are large, spherical, ovoid, or flattened, with a ridge, and can be white, brown, or black in color.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sowing depth: 1-2 cm, timing: spring or early summer, pre-treatment: stratification recommended.
• Germination temperature and time: 20-25°C, 7-10 days.
• Soil type: well-draining, pH: 6.0-7.0, drainage requirements: moderate.
• Watering and fertilization: regular watering, balanced fertilizer.
• USDA Hardiness Zone and frost tolerance: 9-11, can be grown as a perennial in areas with moderate frosts or warm winters.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Lablab purpureus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia, typically found in areas with warm temperatures and high humidity. It thrives in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and along rivers, at altitudes ranging from sea level to 1,500 m.

✨ Interesting Facts

Lablab purpureus has been cultivated for centuries, with its seeds being a staple food source in many cultures. The 'black beans' produced by the plant are edible and rich in nutrients. In some regions, the plant is used as a medicinal herb, while its flowers are used as a natural dye. Lablab purpureus is also a popular ornamental plant, valued for its striking appearance and ability to thrive in a variety of conditions.