How do I germinate Entada gigas seeds?
Scarify the hard seed coat by nicking it or soaking in hot water for 24 hours to improve germination rates. Plant in well-draining soil and keep warm and moist.
Entada gigas, commonly known as Nicker Bean, is a vigorous woody vine recognized for its large, flat seed pods containing substantial seeds.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil. Tolerates sandy or loamy conditions.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures between 20-30°C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Bright, indirect light is ideal indoors.
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering in cooler months.
Well-draining, fertile soil. Tolerates sandy or loamy conditions.
Thrives in warm temperatures between 20-30°C.
Protect from frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Reduce feeding in autumn and winter.
Plant Type
Vine
Plant Category
Foliage, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
10-15 m
Spread
5-10 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Compound, bipinnate
Flower Size
1-2 cm
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No