Tepary Beans

Phaseolusacutifolius

Family
Papilionaceae (pa-pil-ee-uh-NAY-see-ee)
Genus
Phaseolus (FAZ-ee-oh-lus)
Species
acutifolius (a-kew-ti-FOH-lee-us)
Synonym
Spacing
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Sun Exposure
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Bloom Color
Full Sun
Other Details
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Soil pH requirements
Seed Type
Growth Habit
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Days to Maturity
Foliage Color
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Phoenix, Arizona

Rimrock, Arizona

Tucson, Arizona

Carlsbad, New Mexico

San Marcos, Texas

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