Soybean Plant (Glycine max)
Soybean Plant is a warm-season legume grown for its protein-rich edible beans, commonly used in a variety of foods such as tofu, soy milk, and edamame. It is easy to grow and enriches the soil by fixing nitrogen, making it beneficial for crop rotation and sustainable gardening.
Also Known As (AKA):
- Soybean
- Edamame Plant
- Soya Bean
This compact, bushy plant produces pods filled with nutritious beans and performs well in garden beds and containers. It is an excellent choice for home gardeners looking to grow their own plant-based protein source.
- Produces protein-rich edible beans
- Improves soil fertility through nitrogen fixation
- Compact and bushy growth habit
- Ideal for garden beds and containers
- Great for fresh eating (edamame) or drying
- Easy to grow and maintain
Note: Requires full sun and well-drained soil. Harvest pods when green for edamame or allow them to mature and dry for soybeans.
Growing Zones: 5–11 (Seasonal Annual)
| Mature Height: | 24–36 inches |
| Mature Width: | 18–24 inches |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Botanical Name: | Glycine max |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate to Fast |
| Plant Type: | Annual Legume Plant |
| Special Feature: | Edible Beans, Nitrogen Fixing, High Protein Crop |
FAQ's
What is a Soybean Plant?
It is a legume plant grown for its edible, protein-rich beans used in various foods.
What is edamame?
Edamame refers to young, green soybeans harvested before they fully mature.
Does soybean improve soil?
Yes, it fixes nitrogen in the soil, improving fertility for future crops.
How long does it take to harvest?
It typically takes 70–100 days depending on the variety.
Can it grow in containers?
Yes, it can grow in containers with enough sunlight and space.
