Common bean

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The Common bean or haricot is Phaseolus vulgaris of the family Fabaceae. Most of the common bean varieties belong in this species, and there are also may terms which apply to all or part of the species depending upon variety and treatment. These beans, although commonly known as "vegetables", are actually fruit, because they develop from a plant ovary and house seeds.

Varieties grown for the dry bean include pinto beans, navy beans or pea beans, kidney beans and black turtle beans. The many varieties grown for the pods are referred to as green beans, string beans or snap beans and include the wax beans. Both bush and running (pole) varieties exist. The colors and shape of pods and seeds vary tremendously.

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