phaseolus coccineus
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Definition
Noun: * A tropical American climbing bean plant (Phaseolus coccineus) with red flowers and mottled black seeds. It is a perennial species, unlike the common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris), and its beans are considered a preferred food bean in Great Britain. It is also known as the runner bean or scarlet runner bean.
Usage
- This term is used in botanical, agricultural, and culinary contexts to specifically identify this species of bean plant.
- It is a scientific name (binomial nomenclature) and is typically used in formal or technical writing.
Examples
- Noun:
- The gardener cultivated Phaseolus coccineus for its vibrant red flowers and edible pods.
- In this climate, Phaseolus coccineus behaves as a perennial, returning each year.
- The dried beans from Phaseolus coccineus are a staple in some British recipes.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often contrasted with (the common bean) to highlight differences in growth habit (perennial vs. annual) and floral characteristics.
- In horticulture, it may be discussed for its value as both an ornamental plant (due to its flowers) and a food crop.
Variants and Related Words
- Runner bean: The common name for .
- Scarlet runner bean: Another common name, emphasizing the color of its flowers.
- Multiflora bean: A less common name sometimes used.
- Phaseolus: The genus name, which includes other bean species like (common bean) and (lima bean).
Synonyms
- Runner bean
- Scarlet runner bean
Notes
- As a scientific Latin name, is always italicized in print. The genus name is capitalized, while the species epithet is not.
- While perennial in its native tropical habitat, it is often grown as an annual in temperate regions.
Noun
- tropical American bean with red flowers and mottled black beans similar to Phaseolus vulgaris but perennial; a preferred food bean in Great Britain