Baybean
Canavalia rosea
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Fabaceae
- Genus:
- Canavalia
- Species:
- Canavalia rosea
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb , Vine
- Height:
- 20-40 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- jun, jul, aug, sep, oct, nov
- Bloom Colors:
- Pink
Native Range
United States: Alabama, Florida, Guam, Louisiana, Mississippi, Puerto Rico, Palau, Texas, Virgin Islands
Host Plant for Caterpillars
Caribbean pod borer (Fundella pellucens), Faithful Beauty (Composia fidelissima), repugnant azeta moth (Azeta repugnalis), velvetbean caterpillar (Anticarsia gemmatalis)
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 8.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- thrives in coastal environments