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Amberique-Bean

Also known as

amberique-bean, annual sand bean and trailing fuzzybean

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Strophostyles helvola

Genus

Strophostyles

Family

Fabaceae

Order

Fabales

How to care for Amberique-Bean

💦 Water

How often to water your Amberique-Bean

Amberique-Bean needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Amberique-Bean in your home

Amberique-Bean love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Amberique-Bean does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Amberique-Bean in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Amberique-Bean

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Amberique-Bean: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Amberique-Bean after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Amberique-Bean prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Amberique-Bean Water Frequency →

Amberique-Bean Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Amberique-Bean requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Amberique-Bean Light Requirements →

Amberique-Bean Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Amberique-Bean is a naturally climbing plant and can be trained to climb indoors if you provide a moss pole or trellis. The newest growth will emerge from the end of the stems.

How and When to Prune Amberique-Bean →

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.