Glycine Pea Plant
Glycine Pea (Glycine tabacina) grows up to 4 ft, prefers well-drained soil, full sun, moderate moisture, and is edible but not medicinal.
Habit
Herb
Height
1-4 ft
Growth
Fast
Soil
Well Drained
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
No
Origin
East Asia
Climatic Condition
Tropical
Temperature (°)
25-30
Humidity (%)
70-80%
Potting media
Well drained mix
Fertilizers
Nitrogen rich
Watering
Water regularly, prefer moist, rich soil
Plant Weight
2-3 kg
Flowering Time
Summer
Soil Ph level
6.0-7.0
Water Ph level
6.0-7.0
Soil EC
0.3-0.5
Yield Per Plant
15-20 kg per plant
NPK ratio
20:20:20
life Span
Annual
Health Benefits
High in Protein
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 6 weeks with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Leaf Spot, Rust, Downy Mildew, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot
Brown or black lesions on leaves, Reddish or orange pustules on leaves, White powdery growth on leaves, Distorted leaves and sticky residue, Wilting and stunted growth
Neem oil, Compost tea, sulfur spray, Improve air circulation, Insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage.
Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole ,Sulfur-based fungicides, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Related to soybeans, may have protein and antioxidant benefits.
- Some species used in traditional medicine for digestion.