Canavalia rosea (Bay Bean) Plant

Description

Canavalia rosea, known as Bay Bean, is a fast-growing, salt-tolerant, perennial vine native to tropical and subtropical coastal regions around the world. It belongs to the legume family, Fabaceae.

Canavalia rosea Bay Bean Plants are commonly used in coastal reforestation and dune rehabilitation projects due to its extensive root system. It binds loose sands, protecting coastal ecosystems from erosion. Like other legumes, Canavalia rosea has a symbiotic relationship with nitrogen-fixing bacteria, enriching the surrounding soil.

Canavalia rosea was traditionally used by Mexican tribes. Its an extremely effective potentiator when mixed with your favourite herb, but has properties on its own. The bay bean is supposedly mildly psychoactive when smoked, and is used in tobacco substitutes.

• Common name.

Beach Bean, Seaside Jack-bean, Coastal Jack-bean and MacKenzie Bean.

• Accepted Syn.

Canavalia maritima.

• Specifications.

50mm Pot Size
Seed Grown Plant

Ideal Growing Conditions.

Canavalia rosea prefers a sunny position and requires minimal watering once established, being highly drought-tolerant. It is well-adapted to sandy, nutrient-poor soils typical of coastal habitats.

Pruning: Trim back any leggy or dead growth and after flowering to encourage bushier growth.

Pests and Diseases: Monitor your plant for pests like aphids or spider mites. Canavalia rosea is generally quite tough and pest-resistant, especially in coastal conditions, but it can occasionally attract a few common pests. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap, Eco Oil or Neem Oil

Soil: You need a high quality potting mix, not a pre-bagged product such as you find at Bunnings etc, try a landscaping place. However, as I am not local to you I still can’t say if they have good quality or not. You are looking for well composted pine bark and large particles. This ensures air flow to the roots and good drainage.

We recommend Yates Nutricote Standard Black 270 Day for a fertiliser, which can be found in our store, however any good quality slow release fertiliser will do. When time to re-pot, select a pot one size up ONLY and ensure it has many holes for good drainage.

Fertiliser: 

Yates Nutricote Standard Black 270 Day Controlled Release Fertiliser

The Plant Runner Indoor Plant Food

• We cannot send plants to Western Australia & Tasmania due to restrictions.

• We strongly recommended to select Express Post shipping for all plant orders to minimise the transit time.

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