Mash green 50 PCS fresh seeds, Vigna radiata

🌱 Vigna radiata — Mung beans, Mash, Lui-dau, Asian beans, Golden beans

Mung beans are small, green, oval-shaped seeds, belonging to the Legume family. They are a leguminous crop originating from India and are famous for their benefits to the body, rich, pleasant taste, and ability to prepare a wide variety of dishes.

🌿 Botanical Description

Mung beans are an annual herbaceous plant, with a clear oval shape and a rich green color. They taste like a cross between beans and peas with subtle nutty notes. When boiled, they have a soft, starchy structure and easily turn into a puree.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep, 2-3 cm apart, in well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0-7.0.
• Germination temperature: 20-25°C, germination time: 3-5 days.
• Soil type: well-draining, fertile soil.
• Watering and fertilization: keep the soil consistently moist, fertilize with a balanced fertilizer.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-10, frost tolerance: sensitive.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Mung beans are native to Central Asia, with a native range in India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, China, Japan, Kazakhstan, and other countries. They grow in sunny climates with well-draining soil.

✨ Interesting Facts

Mung beans are rich in minerals such as potassium, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, iron, fluorine, zinc, folic acid, and sodium. They are also a good source of vitamins B, C, E, and K. In vegan cooking, sprouted mung beans are quite popular.

🪴 Uses

Mung beans can be used in a variety of dishes, including salads, stir-fries, curries, and as a puree. They are also used as a source of protein in vegan cooking.

🌸 Nutrition

Mung beans are rich in dietary fiber, protein, and complex carbohydrates. They are also low in fat and calories.

🍃 Health Benefits

Mung beans have been shown to have various health benefits, including reducing cholesterol levels, improving digestion, and supporting weight loss.

🌻 Fun Facts

Mung beans have been cultivated for over 3,000 years and are an important crop in many Asian countries.