Scientific Name |
Vigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis |
Common Name |
Long Beans, Yardlong Beans, Snake Beans |
Color |
Green, sometimes with a purplish tinge |
Length |
Typically 30 to 90 cm (12 to 36 inches) |
Diameter |
0.5 to 1.5 cm (0.2 to 0.6 inches) |
Shape |
Long, slender, cylindrical, slightly curved |
Texture |
Firm, smooth, with a crunchy texture |
Flavor |
Mild, slightly sweet, and nutty |
Aroma |
Fresh, grassy, with a mild bean scent |
Pods |
Can grow up to 1 meter (3.3 feet) in length |
Seeds |
Small, oval, and white or cream-colored |
Maturity Period |
60 to 90 days from planting |
Harvesting Stage |
Young and tender, before seeds mature |
Storage |
Best stored in a cool, dry place, or refrigerated for freshness |