Shirofumi
From Beancyclopedia
| Shirofumi | |
|---|---|
| Uses | edamame |
| Growth Habit | bush |
| Maturity | mid |
| Flower Color | white |
| Pod Color | green |
| Seed Color | green-tan |
| Seed Pattern | solid |
Name and History
"Shiro" means "white" in Japanese. Don't know about the "fumi" part. Came to the US via Sakate Seed Company in Japan.
USDA Accession: Shirofumi (PI 538407)
Description
Growth:
70-90 days to maturity. To 2 feet tall. Very productive and bears over an extended period.
Flowers:
Pods:
2-3 seeds per pod.
Seeds:
Green when fresh, maturing to greenish-tan.
