Erythrina calcicola SEEDS – Coral tree | Red bean tree
Erythrina calcicola SEEDS – Coral tree | Red bean tree Erythrina calcicola seeds grow into a striking tree native to Southeast Asia. Bright coral flowers bloom in clusters during the growing season Leaves are trifoliate with smooth edges and rich green tones Branches develop a rugged texture with noticeable lenticels Tree supports local wildlife by providing nectar and shelter Displays excellent drought tolerance once established With its vibrant display and unique habitat preference, the Calcicola coral tree stands out among Erythrina species calcicola.
Mucuna monosperma SEEDS – Sea bean | Hamburger bean
Described by DC. ex Wight (de Candolle in Wight’s publications). Distributed from India and Sri Lanka through Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand and Indochina. Climbing perennial; requires support. Large, showy flowers.
Maerua angolensis SEEDS – Bead-bean tree | Maerua tree
Gardeners appreciate the Maerua angolensis plant for its lush foliage and adaptability, making it a prized addition to any garden focused on native flora.The Maerua angolensis tree features a unique botanical structure with spreading branches and vibrant leaves.
Gleditsia sinensis SEEDS – Chinese honey locust | Soap bean
Bipinnate leaves; long, strap-shaped pods. Family Fabaceae.Full sun; adaptable to a range of temperate soils; cold-hardy; drought-tolerant. IMPORTANT: Pictures show the adult plant, which is not for sale.
Mucuna gigantea SEEDS – Sea bean | Hamburger bean
Described by (Willd.). CAUTION: all vegetative parts including seeds and pods are covered in dense irritant hairs. Enormous liana — can reach 30–80 m in suitable habitat. CAUTION: irritant hairs on all parts — handle with protective gloves.
Erythrina edulis SEEDS – Basul | Coral bean
An important traditional food crop of Andean communities for centuries. POWO treats it as a shrub rather than a tree. IMPORTANT: Pictures show the adult plant, which is not for sale. The epithet. Family Fabaceae.
Canavalia oxyphylla SEEDS – Sword bean | Jack bean
Climbing shrub requiring support. Suitable for tropical and warm-subtropical gardens. ‘Oxyphylla’ = sharp-leaved (Greek); Standl. IMPORTANT: Pictures show the adult plant, which is not for sale. The epithet.
Tephrosia vogelii SEEDS – Fish poison bean | Vogel’s tephrosia
People call this plant Vogel’s tephrosia or the Fish-poison bean, reflecting its traditional uses. It produces clusters of delicate purple flowers that bloom vividly and attract pollinators. Their shrubby form and botanical species traits make them an interesting addition to gardens and farms alike.
Mucuna pruriens SEEDS – Velvet bean | Cowitch
Mucuna pruriens SEEDS – Velvet bean | Cowitch Mucuna pruriens seeds grow into the velvet bean or cowitch — a vigorous climbing annual or perennial shrub with a wide native range across the Tropical and Subtropical Old World (tropical Africa and tropical Asia).
Ipomoea jicama SEEDS – Jicama | Mexican yam bean
Tuberous geophyte adapted to desert conditions. Tuberous climbing geophyte. Rare narrow endemic — a collector’s item. IMPORTANT: Pictures show the adult plant, which is not for sale. The epithet. Genus Ipomoea: ~700 species; Tropical & Subtropical; morning glories; Family Convolvulaceae; Order Solanales.