Status:
valid
Authors:
Freytag & Debouck
Source:
tro
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Sida, Bot. Misc.23: 127 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265315
Common Names
- Phaseolus albinervis
- White-veined Bean
- Albinervis Phaseolus
Description
Phaseolus albinervis (also called 'White-veined bean', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Central and South America. It grows up to 1 m tall and is characterized by its white-veined leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Phaseolus albinervis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and sore throat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phaseolus albinervis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phaseolus albinervis is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate drought and some salt. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Phaseolus albinervis
Phaseolus albinervis can be found in the dry forests of Mexico.
Species in the Phaseolus genus
Phaseolus amblyosepalus,
Phaseolus glabellus,
Phaseolus oaxacanus,
Phaseolus pachyrrhizoides,
Phaseolus parvulus,
Phaseolus sonorensis,
Phaseolus tuerckheimii,
Phaseolus xanthotrichus,
Phaseolus maculatus,
Phaseolus acutifolius,
Phaseolus angustissimus,
Phaseolus filiformis,
Phaseolus micranthus,
Phaseolus microcarpus,
Phaseolus pedicellatus,
Phaseolus polymorphus,
Phaseolus polystachios,
Phaseolus nelsonii,
Phaseolus vulcanicus,
Phaseolus leptostachyus,
Phaseolus sinuatus,
Phaseolus coccineus,
Phaseolus lunatus,
Phaseolus massaiensis,
Phaseolus vulgaris,
Phaseolus plagiocylix,
Phaseolus augustii,
Phaseolus viridis,
Phaseolus rosei,
Phaseolus oligospermus,
Phaseolus carterae,
Phaseolus lignosus,
Phaseolus texensis,
Phaseolus hygrophilus,
Phaseolus amabilis,
Phaseolus atomifer,
Phaseolus chiapasanus,
Phaseolus esperanzae,
Phaseolus harmsianus,
Phaseolus jaliscanus,
Phaseolus macrolepis,
Phaseolus neglectus,
Phaseolus ovatifolius,
Phaseolus pulchellus,
Phaseolus salicifolius,
Phaseolus tenellus,
Phaseolus venosus,
Phaseolus dumosus,
Phaseolus leptophyllus,
Phaseolus mollis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
George F. Freytag: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Freytag' in the authors string.