{"product_id":"dolichos-bean-seeds-chikkudu","title":"Paadhu Chikkudu (Dolichos Bean \/ Hyacinth Bean \/ Lablab Bean)","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow a high-yielding heirloom Dolichos bean vine that produces tender, flavorful green pods perfect for home gardens and backyard harvests. Dolichos bean (\u003cem\u003eLablab purpureus\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as Paadhu Chikkudu, Avarekai, Sem Bean, or Hyacinth Bean, is a vigorous climbing vegetable prized for its excellent taste, fast growth, and abundant pod production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional vegetable has been cultivated for centuries across India, Africa, and Asia, where it is valued both for its nutritious pods and reliable productivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Inherited Seeds Dolichos Bean Seeds are open-pollinated, non-GMO, and ideal for gardeners who want productive climbing beans for trellises, fences, raised beds, or container gardens. Once established, the vines grow rapidly and begin producing shiny green tender pods that are perfect for curries, stir-fries, and traditional vegetable dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClimbing Bean \/ Vine Vegetable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eLablab purpureus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDolichos Bean, Hyacinth Bean, Indian Bean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndeterminate Climbing Vine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePod Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–9 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePod Appearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium long, shiny green pods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirst Flowering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~45–50 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHarvest Window\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70–90 days after planting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDifficulty Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to Grow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrellis, poles, fence, or arbor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Gardeners Love Dolichos Beans\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDolichos beans are one of the \u003cstrong\u003emost productive climbing vegetables\u003c\/strong\u003e for home gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely productive vines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTender pods with excellent taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast growing climbing plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for vertical gardening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for trellises and garden arches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for containers and raised beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePopular vegetable in Indian, Asian, and tropical cuisines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDolichos beans also have excellent keeping quality, meaning pods stay fresh longer after harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Names Around the World\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDolichos beans are known by many names depending on region and language. Including these names helps gardeners easily identify the plant they are familiar with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndian Regional Names\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTelugu:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chikkudu, Chikkudukaya, Paadu Chikkudu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKannada:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avarekai, Avarekaalu, Hitikida Avarekai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTamil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mochai, Mochai Kai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMalayalam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avarakka, Avarakkaya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHindi:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sem, Sem Phali, Sem Ki Phali\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarathi:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ghevda, Ghewda\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGujarati:\u003c\/strong\u003e Papdi, Surti Papdi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBengali:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sheem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOdia:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePunjabi:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sem Phali\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInternational Names\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hyacinth Bean, Dolichos Bean, Lablab Bean, Indian Bean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLablab purpureus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAfrica:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lablab Bean, Egyptian Bean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhilippines:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bataw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndonesia \/ Malaysia:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kacang Koro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChina:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bian Dou\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThailand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tua Khaek\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVietnam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Đậu Ván\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Dolichos Beans Successfully\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDolichos beans are vigorous warm-season climbers that grow best with plenty of sunlight and fertile soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSoil Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDolichos beans prefer well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. Recommended soil mix:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50% garden soil or raised bed soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25% compost or vermicompost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25% coco coir or peat moss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mixture provides excellent drainage, aeration, and organic nutrients. Adding a small amount of neem cake or neem powder can help improve soil health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeed Sowing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds ½–1 inch deep in soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace seeds 4–6 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater gently after planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeeds typically germinate in 5–10 days in warm soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce seedlings grow 6–12 inches tall, thin them so that 1–2 strong plants remain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing in Containers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDolichos beans grow very well in containers when provided enough space and support. Recommended container sizes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum 16-inch pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15×15 or 18×18 inch grow bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge raised beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways provide trellis or vertical support so vines can climb and produce maximum yield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLight Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDolichos plants require full sunlight. Ideal conditions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6–8 hours of sunlight daily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood airflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants grown in full sun typically produce more flowers and pods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWatering Needs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDolichos beans prefer \u003cstrong\u003econsistent moisture but not soggy soil\u003c\/strong\u003e. Watering tips:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater when topsoil becomes dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure containers have proper drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid overwatering to prevent root rot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring hot summer weather, plants may require daily watering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Growing Issues\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDolichos beans are generally \u003cstrong\u003eeasy to grow\u003c\/strong\u003e, but gardeners may occasionally see:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaf curling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhiteflies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMealybugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese problems can often be controlled using neem oil spray or organic insecticidal soap. Healthy soil and good airflow greatly reduce pest problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting Dolichos Beans\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDolichos plants begin producing pods 70–90 days after planting. For the best flavor and texture:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest pods while young and tender\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick regularly to encourage more production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid letting pods become overly mature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrequent harvesting helps plants produce larger yields over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCulinary Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDolichos beans are widely used in Indian and Asian cuisines. Common culinary uses include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegetable curries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir-fried dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRice preparations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLentil and bean stews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional South Indian dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung pods are tender, flavorful, and nutritious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeed Quality Promise – Inherited Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Inherited Seeds, we are passionate about preserving traditional vegetable varieties. 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