American Snoutbean (Rhynchosia Americana) is a perennial vine in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Rhynchosia americana is a perennial herbaceous vine native to the southern United States and parts of Central America, known for its procumbent stems and leguminous fruits.

American Snoutbean

American Snoutbean

Rhynchosia Americana

Rhynchosia americana is a perennial herbaceous vine native to the southern United States and parts of Central America, known for its procumbent stems and leguminous fruits.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for American Snoutbean

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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Rhynchosia