Moth bean

SpeciesVigna aconitifolia

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Moth bean
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Fact sheet

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Days to germination6–10 days

from Bean · “Seeds generally germinate in soil temperatures between 60 and 80°F, with germination time ranging from 6 to 10 days, depending on the temperature” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Days to maturity75 days

“75 days from seed to your first harvest.” — Moth Bean: How to Grow, Water & Harvest (75 days)

Germination temperature60–80 °F

from Bean · “Seeds generally germinate in soil temperatures between 60 and 80°F” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Lightfull sun

“Select a location with full sun (minimum 6-8 hours daily).” — How to Grow Moth Bean: Complete Planting, Care & Harvest Guide

WaterVery low; the most drought-resistant pulse crop, succeeds on 200-300 mm

“Very low; the most drought-resistant pulse crop, succeeds on 200-300 mm” — How to Grow Moth Beans USA | Complete Growing Guide

Soil pH6.5–7.5

“A pH of about 6.5–7.5” — How to Grow Moth Beans USA | Complete Growing Guide

Hardiness zonesZone 8–12

“Zone 8–12” — Moth Bean: How to Grow, Water & Harvest (75 days)

Spacing7.5–11 in

“For home gardens, sow seeds 1 inch deep and 3-4 inches apart” — How to Grow Moth Bean: Complete Planting, Care & Harvest Guide

Height11–12 in

“thin seedlings to 6-8 inches apart after emergence.” — How to Grow Moth Bean: Complete Planting, Care & Harvest Guide

Propagationseed

“Seeds germinate quickly in five to seven days in warm soil.” — Moth Bean: How to Grow, Water & Harvest (75 days)

Ready whenpods turn brown and crisp

“Pods turn brown and dry on the plant.” — Moth Bean: How to Grow, Water & Harvest (75 days)

Edible partsbeans

“The small, yellowish-brown beans are packed with protein and cook quickly compared to larger legumes.” — Moth Bean: How to Grow, Water & Harvest (75 days)

Companionscorn, sorghum

“Moth beans make excellent ground cover between taller crops like corn and sorghum” — Moth Bean: How to Grow, Water & Harvest (75 days)

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