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Phaseolus coccineus is often confused with:
Phaseolus vulgaris beans

Runner Bean Phaseolus coccineus

Other Common Name(s):

Phonetic Spelling
FAZ-ee-oh-lus kok-SIN-ee-us
This plant has low severity poison characteristics.
See below
Description

Direct seed outdoors after the danger of frost has passed; pollen not viable when temperatures are above 90°F; prefers average moisture and good drainage.

The edible flowers are mild and crunchy. They only last for a day or two.  Use raw, boiled, steamed or sauteed.

See this plant in the following landscape:
Cultivars / Varieties:
  • 'Albus'
  • 'Painted lady'
  • 'Purple Aztec'
  • 'Sunset'
  • 'The Czar'
'Albus', 'Painted lady', 'Purple Aztec', 'Sunset', 'The Czar'
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Cultivars / Varieties:
  • 'Albus'
  • 'Painted lady'
  • 'Purple Aztec'
  • 'Sunset'
  • 'The Czar'
'Albus', 'Painted lady', 'Purple Aztec', 'Sunset', 'The Czar'
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  • Attributes:
    Genus:
    Phaseolus
    Species:
    coccineus
    Family:
    Fabaceae
    Climbing Method:
    Twining
    Edibility:
    Edible green pods that turn purple
  • Whole Plant Traits:
    Plant Type:
    Annual
    Vine
    Growth Rate:
    Rapid
    Texture:
    Coarse
  • Cultural Conditions:
    Light:
    Full sun (6 or more hours of direct sunlight a day)
  • Fruit:
    Fruit Value To Gardener:
    Edible
  • Flowers:
    Flower Color:
    Orange
    Flower Value To Gardener:
    Edible
    Flower Bloom Time:
    Summer
    Flower Description:
    Red flowers mid summer to frost; edible green pods that turn purple; seeds are black, mottled red
  • Leaves:
    Hairs Present:
    No
  • Stem:
    Stem Is Aromatic:
    No
  • Landscape:
    Landscape Theme:
    Edible Garden
    Attracts:
    Hummingbirds
  • Poisonous to Humans:
    Poison Severity:
    Low
    Poison Symptoms:
    In large amounts, the raw or undercooked beans can cause severe nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Usually resolves within a few hours.
    Poison Toxic Principle:
    Trace amounts of phytohaemagglutinin, a lectin
    Causes Contact Dermatitis:
    No
    Poison Part:
    Seeds