Obliqueseeded jackbean
Canavalia plagiosperma
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
An annual plant. It is a climbing herb. The leaves are alternate. The flowers are pea shaped.
There are about 50 Canavalia species.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows in woodland. It suits USDA hardiness zone 10 or above. It needs good sunlight.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Caribbean, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guianas, Guinea, Guinée, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Haiti, Hawaii, Peru (country/location of origin), South America, Suriname, West Africa, West Indies
How it is used for food
It is a cultivated plant.
Edible parts
Seeds