Wild Bushbean (Macroptilium lathyroides)
Macroptilium lathyroides, commonly known as Wild Bushbean, is a fast-growing legume with attractive flowers and edible pods.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun for best performance.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.
Soil
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers fertile loamy soil but tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and clay soils.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun for best performance.
Can tolerate partial shade.
Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging.
Water more frequently during hot, dry weather.
Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers fertile loamy soil but tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and clay soils.
Thrives in warm temperatures.
Ideal range is 18-25 °C.
Outdoor
Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Every 4-6 weeks.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Vegetable, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.3-1 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Compound
Flower Size
1-1.5 cm
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderFabales
- familyFabaceae
- genusMacroptilium
- speciesMacroptilium lathyroides
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes