Plant Habit: | Vine |
Life cycle: | Biennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 7a -17.8 °C (0 °F) to -15 °C (5 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 11 |
Fruit: | Showy Dehiscent |
Uses: | Culinary Herb Vegetable |
Edible Parts: | Seeds or Nuts |
Toxicity: | Roots are poisonous |
Pollinators: | Other |
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