Phaseolus macrolepis

Phaseolus macrolepis

Native to:
Guatemala

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Fabaceae
Genus:
Phaseolus
Species:
Phaseolus macrolepis

Growth Characteristics

Height:
400 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
white, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies

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Propagation & Germination

Scarification:
Seed coat scarification required before sowing
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from scarification (nicking or hot water treatment) to break physical dormancy.

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