Bean, Yard-Long—Vigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis (L.) Verde
This document provides an overview of the yard-long bean (Vigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis), also known as asparagus bean, Peru bean, and snake bean. It describes the plant's characteristics, including its long pods and ornamental appearance. The document outlines the cultivation practic...
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The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries
2003-05-01
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| Online Access: | https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/139545 |
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| Summary: | This document provides an overview of the yard-long bean (Vigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis), also known as asparagus bean, Peru bean, and snake bean. It describes the plant's characteristics, including its long pods and ornamental appearance. The document outlines the cultivation practices suitable for Florida, emphasizing the need for a trellis and spacing requirements. It also highlights common issues such as aphid infestations. Additionally, the document suggests various culinary uses for the tender pods, including stewing with tomato sauce, boiling with lemon juice and oil, and simmering in butter with garlic. Original publication date May 1994.
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| ISSN: | 2576-0009 |