Okie bean
NameOkie bean
Species NamePhaseolus polystachios
Common NameWild Kidney Bean
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)8
Container TypeCeramic pot
Geographic Originnorth-america
Cultivation Difficultyintermediate
Trunk Featuresflexible stem, vining habit
Foliage Typedeciduous
Height (cm)25
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualityundeveloped
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesVibrant purple-pink papilionaceous flowers, trifoliate foliage, vining growth habit.
Description
This specimen, identified as an Okie bean, displays vibrant purple-pink papilionaceous flowers and lush green trifoliate foliage, characteristic of a vining legume. While not currently trained as a bonsai, its vigorous growth and attractive flowers suggest potential for cultivation, possibly in an informal upright style, with focus on ramification and flower display.
