Types of Beans

Beans are a versatile and nutritious food source, packed with protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They are used in various cuisines worldwide, and many varieties are consumed as vegetables. Here are some common types of beans used as vegetables, along with their scientific names:

 

1. Kidney Bean - Phaseolus vulgaris

2. Black Bean - Phaseolus vulgaris

3. Chickpea (Garbanzo Bean) - Cicer arietinum

4. Lima Bean - Phaseolus lunatus

5. Navy Bean - Phaseolus vulgaris

6. Pinto Bean - Phaseolus vulgaris

7. Cranberry Bean - Phaseolus coccineus

8. Adzuki Bean - Vigna angularis

9. Mung Bean - Vigna radiata

10. Soybean - Glycine max

11. Green Bean - Phaseolus vulgaris

12.Flageolet Bean - Phaseolus vulgaris

13. Cannellini Bean - Phaseolus coccineus

14. Great Northern Bean - Phaseolus vulgaris

15. Snap Bean - Phaseolus vulgaris

16.Winged Bean- Psophocarpus tetragonolobus

17.Clove Beans- Ipomea muricata

18.Jack Bean-Canavalia ensiformis

19.Sword Bean-Canavalia gladiata

20. Cluster Bean