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Cyamopsis tetragonoloba (Guvar Bean)

Name: Cyamopsis tetragonoloba (Guvar Bean)
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SKU: SC-223
Price: 399.0 INR
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Cover Crops And Green Manuring SeedsCyamopsis tetragonolobaGuvar beanNon-GMO

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Weight

Fresh — Great for Germination · Collected recently — great time to sow

Why is this approximate?

Freshness status shown above is an approximate estimate derived from this species' typical collection period and reported seed longevity. It does not reflect verified testing of this specific batch and should be treated as general guidance only.

Seed germination is a biological process dependent on multiple variables outside our control, including but not limited to storage conditions prior to and following purchase, sowing technique, soil composition and drainage, ambient and soil temperature, humidity, light exposure, and watering practices. Even under optimal growing conditions and correct pre-treatment, no seed lot can be guaranteed to achieve 100% germination, and natural variation in individual seed viability is expected. SeedsCart does not guarantee germination outcomes and is not liable for germination failure arising from growing conditions, handling, or environmental factors beyond the point of sale.

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Cyamopsis tetragonoloba (Guar or cluster bean, Calcutta lucerne, guar, guar bean, gum bean, Siam bean) is a cover crops and green manuring seeds species sourced from Indian natural stands, suited for soil improvement, nitrogen fixation, and green manuring.

Botanical Synonyms	Cyamopsis psoraloides (Lam.) DC.
Common Names	Guar or cluster bean, Calcutta lucerne, guar, guar bean, gum bean, Siam bean
Plant Form	Cover Crops And Green Manuring Seeds
Seeds per kg (approx.)	28000-30000
Collection Period	Mar- april, Sept- Oct
Germination	65- 85%
Seed Longevity	1 year
Seed Treatment	Treat the seeds with Rhizobium @ 600 g/ha using rice gruel as binder. Dry the treated seeds in shade for 15 – 30 minutes before sowing

Growing & Establishment

Cover crop and green manure seeds are typically broadcast or line-sown into prepared seedbeds. Most species establish quickly under warm, moist conditions. Green biomass is incorporated into the soil before flowering to maximise nitrogen and organic matter contribution. Many species in this category also serve as fodder crops, live hedges, or understory plants in mixed agroforestry systems.

Use in India

Green manuring is widely recommended under Indian organic and sustainable farming guidelines and has been practised for centuries across South Asia. These species are well-adapted to tropical and subtropical agro-climatic zones across India, making them valuable for soil health management in both rainfed and irrigated farming systems.

Seeds are sourced from certified farms and natural stands across India. All batches are tested for germination before dispatch. Bulk supply is available for farm-scale, commercial, and institutional buyers — contact us for trade pricing. We ship internationally.

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Product Specifications

Name	Cyamopsis tetragonoloba (Guvar Bean)
Category	Tree Seeds
Country of Origin	India
Net Quantity	100g / 250g / 500g / 1kg (as per variant selected)
Marketed by	Ebbora Agritech Pvt. Ltd., 47 Panditwari, P.O. Premnagar, Dehradun - 248001, Uttarakhand
Manufactured by	Ebbora Agritech Pvt. Ltd., 47 Panditwari, P.O. Premnagar, Dehradun - 248001, Uttarakhand
MRP	399.00 (Incl. of all taxes)
Customer Support	Email: support@seedscart.in Call: '+91-7455025717

Germination Guide

Typical germination time 7-14 days (once soil is warm enough)

Pre-Treatment

No pre-treatment is required. This species has a genuinely high temperature threshold for germination — soil needs to be at least 20-21°C, considerably warmer than many legumes need.

Pre-Germination Prep

Use a well-drained sandy loam mix, ideally pH 7.5-8.0. This species has a deep taproot that finds moisture well below the surface, making it genuinely drought-tolerant even as a young plant.

Sowing

Sow about 2.5-4cm deep.

Post-Care & Growing On

Keep moderately moist until established; avoid waterlogging, which this species handles poorly given its deep-rooted, drought-adapted nature. The seed's large endosperm (source of guar gum) actually provides the developing seedling with a substantial carbohydrate energy reserve, helping it establish even in dry conditions. In India, this crop is traditionally sown at the end of July and harvested around November, a 90-100 day cycle.

Tips

Wait for genuinely warm soil (20-21°C minimum) — this species won't germinate well in cool conditions, more so than many other legumes Deep-rooted and drought-tolerant even as a young plant, thanks partly to the substantial energy reserve in its large seed endosperm Grown commercially for guar gum (used in food and industrial applications) as well as as a forage and green vegetable crop

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