Bitter Bean (Parkia speciosa)
Parkia speciosa, commonly known as Bitter Bean, is a large tree native to Southeast Asia, producing edible, long, flat pods with distinctly bitter seeds.
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Sunlight
Requires full sun exposure for best growth and fruit production.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging.
Soil
Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Tolerant of various soil types but thrives in loamy or sandy loam.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures between 20-30°C.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Requires full sun exposure for best growth and fruit production.
Keep soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging.
Water deeply during dry spells.
Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Tolerant of various soil types but thrives in loamy or sandy loam.
Thrives in warm temperatures between 20-30°C.
Protect from frost.
Outdoor
Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
Compost or aged manure is beneficial.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Fruit, Vegetable
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
20-40 m
Spread
10-20 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Compound
Flower Size
1-2 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderFabales
- familyFabaceae
- genusParkia
- speciesParkia speciosa
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes