{"product_id":"bean-other-velvet-bean-288","title":"Bean, Velvet Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMucuna sp.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVelvet Bean is a vigorous tropical legume producing fast-growing vines that can reach approximately 6 m in suitable conditions. A heavy-bearing climber, it develops rounded pods approximately 15 × 75 mm, with each pod containing up to four large seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell suited to tropical and warm subtropical gardens, Velvet Bean produces dense foliage and vigorous growth and requires a strong trellis, fence or other substantial support. As a legume, it is also valued as a green manure and cover crop, producing abundant biomass and helping improve soil through nitrogen fixation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung, immature pods of some cultivated \u003cem\u003eMucuna\u003c\/em\u003e types have traditionally been eaten cooked. However, \u003cem\u003eMucuna\u003c\/em\u003e species and varieties differ considerably in their levels of naturally occurring compounds, particularly L-DOPA, so identification of the particular strain is important when it is being grown for food rather than as a cover crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVelvet Bean has a long history in traditional medicine, particularly \u003cem\u003eMucuna pruriens\u003c\/em\u003e, whose mature seeds are naturally rich in L-DOPA, a precursor to the neurotransmitter dopamine. The seeds have been used in Ayurvedic medicine for nervous system support, reproductive health and as a restorative tonic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed count: approximately 1 seed\/g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 12 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: Spring to autumn\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: Spring to summer\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: Late spring to summer in warm locations\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: Generally unsuitable unless grown during a long, warm, frost-free season\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow directly once the soil is warm, approximately 2–3 cm deep. Keep moist during germination and establishment but avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpace plants approximately 60–100 cm apart and provide a strong trellis or climbing structure to accommodate the vigorous vines. Plants thrive in full sun, warm conditions and fertile, well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot Available for WA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46375827210458,"sku":"prefix_681c1f71534437.29637959","price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":46375827243226,"sku":"prefix_681c1f715344d7.34714846","price":6.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400g","offer_id":46375827275994,"sku":"prefix_681c1f71534517.66565257","price":23.4,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"800g","offer_id":46375827308762,"sku":"prefix_681c1f71534539.61744664","price":42.1,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/V_Bean_Other_VelvetBean.jpg?v=1785979867","url":"https:\/\/www.edenseeds.com.au\/products\/bean-other-velvet-bean-288","provider":"Eden Seeds ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}