Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
talamancensis
ID:
1260951

Status:
valid

Authors:
Debouck & Torres Gonz.

Source:
tro

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Novon11: 280 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001260289



Common Names

  • Talamancensis Phaseolus
  • Talamancensis Phaseolus Grass
  • Talamancensis Phaseolus Grass


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Description

Phaseolus talamancensis (also called Talamanca bean, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a trailing or climbing vine, usually reaching a length of 1-2 m. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama, and grows in tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Phaseolus talamancensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to stabilize soil and to reduce erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phaseolus talamancensis is small, white, and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling has a single cotyledon and a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phaseolus talamancensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Phaseolus talamancensis

Phaseolus talamancensis can be found in Costa Rica, primarily in the provinces of San José and Limón.

Phaseolus talamancensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phaseolus talamancensis?

Phaseolus talamancensis

What is the common name of Phaseolus talamancensis?

Talamancensis

What type of plant is Phaseolus talamancensis?

Legume

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

Daniel Gabriel Debouck (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Debouck' in the authors string.
Alba Marina Torres González (b.2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torres Gonz.' in the authors string.