Hyacinth Bean - Murasakiiorhana Fujimame

Hyacinth Bean Seeds - Murasakiiorhana Fujimame

This variety is widely grown in the subtropical regions of South Asia and China. Also popular as an ornamental plant. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring/summer after last frost in a warm and sunny location. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Train to a trellis. Harvest young pods. Young pods can be sliced or used whole. Always cook hyacinth beans well before eating. Warning: Hyacinth beans naturally have cyanogenic glucoside (a plant compound that contains sugar and produces cyanide). Humans or animals should never eat raw hyacinth beans. Always cook hyacinth beans well before eating because heat alters the cyanogenic glucosides.

Seeds Per Package:

• 5 g packet - Approximately 25 Seeds
• 4 oz - Approximately 600 Seeds
• 1 lb - Approximately 2,400 Seeds