Phaseolus esquincensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Freytag
Source:
tro
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Sida, Bot. Misc.23: 170 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001268194
Common Names
- Phaseolus Esquincensis
- Phaseolus
- Esquincensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phaseolus esquincensis (also called Esquinca bean, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is an annual herb growing to 1–2 m tall.
Uses & Benefits
Phaseolus esquincensis is used as a food crop and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phaseolus esquincensis is white and bell-shaped with five petals. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phaseolus esquincensis is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed or division of the root ball.
Where to Find Phaseolus esquincensis
Phaseolus esquincensis is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Phaseolus esquincensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phaseolus esquincensis?
Phaseolus esquincensis
What is the common name of Phaseolus esquincensis?
Esquinca bean
What is the natural habitat of Phaseolus esquincensis?
It is native to Mexico and Central America.
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.
Legume Data Portal link for: Phaseolus esquincensis Freytag: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.