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Vigna mungo

Species

Also called black gram, urad bean, minapa pappu, mungo bean

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Vigna mungo
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Fact sheet

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Days to germination60–90 days

“it takes between 60-90 days for the seeds of this plant to germinate” — The Complete Guide to Growing Vigna Mungo: How Long Does It Take? - PlantPropagation.org

Germination temperature60–80 °F

from Fabaceae · “Seeds generally germinate in soil temperatures between 60 and 80°F” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Waterample water supply

“then give them some love with fertile soil and ample water supply” — The Complete Guide to Growing Vigna Mungo: How Long Does It Take? - PlantPropagation.org

Soil pH5.8–6.6

from Fabaceae · “The optimal soil pH for growth is between 5.8 and 6.6” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Spacing6–8 in

from Fabaceae · “Bush types are seeded 2 - 4 inches in the row” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Height42–54 in

from Fabaceae · “Bush beans grow into compact plants about 1 to 2 feet tall” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Propagationseed

from Fabaceae · “Looking to get started by growing your own bean seed?” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Ready whentender and have reached the appropriate size for the variety

from Fabaceae · “Harvest when pods are tender and have reached the appropriate size for the variety” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Edible partsstraight from the pod

from Fabaceae · “Fresh beans can be eaten straight from the pod (think green beans)” — 29 Types of Beans Every Home Cook Should Know In 2026

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