Name
Classifications and Characteristics
Plant Division | Angiosperms (Flowering Seed Plants) |
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Plant Growth Form | Herbaceous Plant |
Lifespan (in Singapore) | Annual |
Mode of Nutrition | Autotrophic |
Maximum Height | 1.8 |
Maximum Plant Spread / Crown Width | 0.6 to 0.9 |
Biogeography
Native Distribution | Of horticultural origin |
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Native Habitat | Terrestrial |
Preferred Climate Zone | Temperate |
Description and Ethnobotany
Fruit | The cylindrical, pale green pods taper to a blunt point. They grow up to 18 cm long, but are best eaten when about 8 cm long. 'Silver Queen' is an heirloom cultivar which is popular for its flavour and abundant production of fruit. |
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Cultivation | Soak seeds in water for 24 hours before planting to improve seed germination. Fruit can be harvested from about 80 days after seed sowing. |
Ethnobotanical Uses | Edible Plant Parts : Edible Fruits Food (Fruit or Vegetable): The fruits are harvested early after about 3-5 days of development. They are well-known for containing a slimy mucilage. |
Plant Care and Propagation
Light Preference | Full Sun |
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Water Preference | Moderate Water |
Image Repository
Others
Master ID | 33994 |
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Species ID | 8410 |
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