The winged bean (Psophocarpus tetragonolobus), also known as cigarillas, Goa bean, four-angled bean, four-cornered bean, manila bean, princess bean, star bean, kamrangi bean, pea, or dragon bean, is a tropical herbaceous legume plant.

Feb 18, 2025 · Winged beans grow on vines and need a structure to support the climbing stems. Provide a trellis on the north side of your garden, and you’ll be picking beans into late summer. The blue flower it produces attracts many beneficial insects and pollinators.

Jun 27, 2023 · Winged beans, also known as Goa beans, are an edible legume native to the tropical climates of Southeast Asia. They are a popular food crop in Thailand and India due to their high protein content, ease of cultivation, and delicious flavor.

Oct 5, 2024 · Winged beans are a protein-packed superfood with edible pods, leaves, flowers, and roots. They are a sustainable crop that fixes nitrogen, requires less water, and promotes biodiversity, making them an eco-friendly choice for both farmers and consumers.

3 days ago · Winged beans are quite happy in average soils, provided it is well-draining. They can’t handle waterlogged, heavy clay, with standing water so if your garden is predominantly clay, consider growing in a raised bed. Otherwise, you can work in some compost to the ground before planting to increase water retention and improve drainage.

Feb 27, 2025 · Every part of the winged bean plant is edible and highly nutritious. We are going to share all we know about winged beans and give you some helpful advice for successfully growing them at home. You can also check about the yardlong beans which are also very tasteful.

Jan 26, 2023 · The winged bean (Psophocarpus tetragonolobus) is also known as cigarillas, goa bean, manila bean, princess bean, dragon bean, winged pea, asparagus pea, or four-angled bean. It’s a unique legume native to Papua New Guinea and South East Asia.

Dec 6, 2022 · The Winged bean, also known as dragon bean, goa bean, or manila bean, is a tropical plant that is widely used in Asia (especially Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Vietnam) and Latin America. It grows well in hot and humid climates.

Oct 22, 2022 · Winged Beans or Four-Angled Beans are tropical legumes. Primarily found in southeastern Asia, these frilly-looking square-shaped pods are lime green with four feathered accents that run down the sides.

Mar 5, 2021 · Known variously as goa bean and princess beans, Asian winged beans cultivation is common in Asia and to a much lesser extent here in the United States, specifically in southern Florida. What are winged beans and what are some winged bean benefits? Read on …