Cluster Beans (Gwarphali) is a warm-season legume crop known for its soft pods used in sabzi and curries. It enriches the soil with nitrogen, making it beneficial for crop rotation. The pods are rich in fiber and highly digestive, making it ideal for healthy home cooking.
Product Details:
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Product Name: Cluster Beans (Gwarphali)
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Botanical Name: Cyamopsis tetragonoloba
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Common Names: Gwar, Gwarphali, Cluster Beans
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Plant Type: Annual Vegetable Plant
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Plant Height: 2.5 ā 4 feet
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Pod Color: Light green, slender and flat
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Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun (6ā8 hours daily)
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Germination Time: 6ā10 days
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Harvest Time: 40ā50 days after sowing
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Watering: Moderate, prefers well-drained soil
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Spacing: 1.5ā2 feet between rows, 6ā8 inches between plants
š¾ Cluster Beans Growing Season in India:
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Cluster Beans Best Sowing Time: Summer & Monsoon ā March to August
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Cluster Beans Harvest Period: May to October
š± How to Grow from Seeds:
ā Sowing Instructions:
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Soak seeds in water for 4ā6 hours before sowing
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Sow directly in garden soil or grow bags at 1 inch depth
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Maintain 6ā8 inches spacing between plants
ā Soil Requirement:
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Light, well-drained loamy soil enriched with compost
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Avoid waterlogging
ā Watering:
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Water regularly during flowering and pod formation
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Avoid overwatering in early stages
ā Sunlight:
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Needs 6ā8 hours of full sun for good yield
ā Fertilization:
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Mix organic compost at planting time
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Add vermicompost or cow dung every 3ā4 weeks for better pod development
š¼ Plant Care Tips:
ā Provide light support for bushy growth
ā Harvest pods when they are young and tender
ā Regular harvesting promotes more flowering and fruiting
ā Great nitrogen fixer for improving soil fertility
ā FAQ:
Q1: Can cluster beans be grown in pots?
Yes, choose grow bags or pots at least 12 inches deep with good drainage.
Q2: How many harvests can I get from one sowing?
You can harvest multiple times over 30ā40 days if picked regularly.
Q3: Are cluster beans good for digestion?
Yes! They’re rich in dietary fiber and great for gut health.
š Special Features:
ā Popular Indian summer vegetable
ā Excellent for terrace/kitchen gardening
ā Improves soil quality with nitrogen fixation
ā High in fiber, low in calories ā great for healthy diets
š Note:
Images shown are for reference. Plant growth may vary by region, climate, and care.
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