Shell Bean Plant (Noun)
Meaning
A bean plant grown primarily for its edible seed rather than its pod.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The shell bean plant grew in abundance at the farm and its beans were a staple for many local families.
- To grow a healthy shell bean plant it's essential to have well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter.
- Farmers have long been cultivating shell bean plants to add nutritious and flavorful protein to meals.
- Harvesting shell beans from the plant can be labor-intensive, but many find it worth the effort for the taste and texture.
- Care must be taken to rotate the crops where the shell bean plant was grown to prevent nutrient depletion.