Metcalfe bean, Wild cocomeca, Prairie bean
Phaseolus metcalfei

Family: Fabaceae

What it is like

A herb.

Where it is found

It is a temperate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

North America, USA

How it is used for food

The seeds are cooked and eaten. The young pods are also eaten. The roots are used as a catalyst for making an alcoholic drink. Caution: Alcohol is a cause of cancer.

Edible parts

Seeds, pods

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Phaseolus retusus Benth.