Variableleaf Bushbean (Macroptilium Gibbosifolium) is a perennial vine in the Fabaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Macroptilium gibbosifolium is a low-growing, herbaceous perennial climbing plant with twining stems and fleshy, turnip-shaped roots.

Variableleaf Bushbean

Variableleaf Bushbean

Macroptilium Gibbosifolium

Macroptilium gibbosifolium is a low-growing, herbaceous perennial climbing plant with twining stems and fleshy, turnip-shaped roots.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Variableleaf Bushbean

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Variableleaf Bushbean
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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Macroptilium