Winged Bean Live Plants – Psophocarpus tetragonolobus (2-Pack) 3–5 Inches, 4-Inch Pot

About This Plant

The Winged Bean (Psophocarpus tetragonolobus) is a tropical edible legume valued for its young pods, leaves, seeds, and tubers. The two live starter plants are vigorous climbers that require warm temperatures and sturdy vertical support. Plant height is approximately 3–5 inches at delivery, with growth continuing as a climbing vine in suitable conditions.

What You Will Receive

Two live Winged Bean plants supplied together in a 4-inch pot. Botanical name: Psophocarpus tetragonolobus. Tropical edible vegetable plant. Young plants ready for continued growth.

Growing Information

• Common Name: Winged Bean
• Plant Type: Tropical perennial legume, commonly grown as an annual
• Plant Size at Delivery: 3–5 inches tall
• Sun Requirements: Full sun (approximately 6–8 hours daily)
• Soil: Fertile, well-draining soil enriched with compost or organic matter
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
• Mature Size: Vigorous climbing vine; provide sturdy vertical support
• Growth Rate: Fast in warm conditions
• Harvest: Young pods commonly harvested approximately 60–75 days after planting
• USDA Zones: Generally 9–12; grown as an annual in cooler climates
• Container: Yes, with a sufficiently large container and strong support
• Support: Trellis, netting, or other sturdy structure recommended

Care Tip

Winged Bean thrives in warm, humid conditions with plenty of sunlight. Transplant after frost danger passes, use fertile, well-draining soil, keep soil evenly moist, and provide strong vertical support. Harvest young pods while tender for best eating quality.