{"product_id":"green-mochai-seeds","title":"Green Mochai Seeds – Indian Hyacinth Bean","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eGrow Green Mochai, a traditional South Indian hyacinth bean especially popular in Tamil Nadu. This distinctive Indian bean produces dark green pods containing edible beans that are shelled from the pods and cooked in a variety of traditional dishes. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown as Mochai, Mochaikai, Avarai, Chikkudu, Avarekalu, and Hyacinth Bean, this culturally important vegetable is a wonderful addition to Indian kitchen gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike varieties primarily grown for eating the entire tender pod, Green Mochai is valued especially for the beans inside the pods. Harvest the pods, shell them, and use the fresh beans in traditional South Indian preparations. Mature dried beans can also be saved and cooked after proper preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen Mochai is particularly well known in Tamil cuisine, where mochai beans are used in flavorful kuzhambu, curries, gravies, and other traditional dishes. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVariety Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e South India – especially popular in Karnataka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green Mochai \/ Mochai Bean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hyacinth Bean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDolichos lablab\u003c\/em\u003e (also classified as \u003cem\u003eLablab purpureus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePod Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shelled fresh or dried beans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Climbing bean vine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm-season crop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trellis or climbing support recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCulinary Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kuzhambu, curries, gravies, and traditional South Indian dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow Green Mochai after the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed. Plant seeds approximately 1–1½ inches deep in well-draining soil and provide adequate spacing for vigorous growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow in a location receiving 6–8+ hours of direct sunlight and provide a sturdy trellis, fence, or other support for the climbing vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen Mochai is adaptable to different soil types as long as drainage is adequate. The referenced variety is reported to tolerate soils ranging from well-drained clay to sandy soils and can perform in relatively low-fertility conditions. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvest \u0026amp; Culinary Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the pods to develop sufficiently for the beans inside to fill out. Shell the beans from the pods before cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen Mochai is particularly suited to traditional South Indian recipes such as Mochai Kuzhambu, curries, gravies, and mixed vegetable dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with other mature hyacinth beans, do not consume mature\/dried beans raw; they should be properly cooked before eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRegional Names\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen Mochai is known by many names across India, which is also useful for Shopify search visibility. The reference lists Mochai\/Motchai and Avarai in Tamil, Chikkudu and Anumulu in Telugu, Avarekalu in Kannada, Amara in Malayalam, Val\/Sem in Hindi, Ghewda in Marathi, and Papdi in Gujarati. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Inherited Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Inherited Seeds, we are passionate about preserving distinctive vegetable varieties and helping gardeners grow culturally important foods at home. Our seeds are carefully packed in small batches for home gardeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeeds are intended for planting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Inherited Seeds","offers":[{"title":"1 Pack (10 Seeds)","offer_id":47544811716781,"sku":"IS1168","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Oz (100 Seeds)","offer_id":47544811749549,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 Oz (400 Seeds)","offer_id":47544811782317,"sku":null,"price":34.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0531\/9134\/4301\/files\/2_f8d81d1b-4240-4772-829c-a173c3b499e0.png?v=1789270624","url":"https:\/\/inheritedseeds.com\/products\/green-mochai-seeds","provider":"Inherited Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}