fava bean (Vicia faba)
Broad Bean (Vicia faba) is an annual legume cultivated for its large, edible seeds. It produces sturdy, upright stems with white or purplish flowers, followed by large po
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Sunlight
Full sun (6+ hours direct light daily).
Watering
Consistent moisture, especially during flowering and pod development.
Soil
Well-drained, fertile loam with a pH of 6.0-7.0.
Temperature
Cool season crop, thrives between 10-20 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low nitrogen, incorporate compost; potassium-rich feed during flowering.
Care Requirements
Full sun (6+ hours direct light daily).
Consistent moisture, especially during flowering and pod development.
Well-drained, fertile loam with a pH of 6.0-7.0.
Cool season crop, thrives between 10-20 °C.
Outdoor
Low nitrogen, incorporate compost; potassium-rich feed during flowering.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Vegetable, Flowering, Fruit
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.6-1.8 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Pinnately compound
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderFabales
- familyFabaceae
- genusVicia
- speciesVicia faba
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
Generally considered non-toxic and edible. However, consumption can cause favism in individuals with a specific genetic enzyme deficiency (G6PD deficiency).