Lablab purpureus (Hyacinth bean) - Image 8

Botanical names: Lablab purpureus, Dolichos lablab

Common name: Hyacinth bean

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Faboideae

Origin: Madagascar

Vine or creeper plantSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterBlue, lavender, purple flowersPink flowersEdible plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsIrritating plant
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Lablab purpureus (Hyacinth bean) green trifoliate leaves attached to deep purple stems close up
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