Vicia faba

Name: Vicia faba
Brand: SeedsCart
SKU: SC-213
Price: 399.0 INR
Availability: InStock

Non-GMOUse_CoverCrop

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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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Vicia faba (Bell bean, broadbean, faba bean, faba, fava, field-bean, horse bean, horsebean tick-bean, Windsor 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	Spartium scoparium, Sarothamnus scoparius
Common Names	Bell bean, broadbean, faba bean, faba, fava, field-bean, horse bean, horsebean tick-bean, Windsor bean.
Plant Form	Cover Crops And Green Manuring Seeds
Collection Period	Jul-Sep
Germination	70-80%
Seed Longevity	6-12months

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	Vicia faba
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

Pre-Treatment

No pre-treatment is required, though the seed coat is naturally somewhat tough and can slow water uptake — an overnight soak can speed things up if you're in a hurry, though it isn't essential.

Pre-Germination Prep

Use a well-drained mix. This is a cool-season crop that actually prefers cooler growing conditions than many legumes — it's traditionally grown at higher, cooler altitudes in some regions.

Sowing

Sow 4-8cm deep — research found sowing depth in this range doesn't significantly affect growth outcomes, so don't worry about being too precise here.

Post-Care & Growing On

Keep moderately moist. This species improves soil fertility as a nitrogen-fixing legume, and is grown as a valuable cash and protein crop in many regions. Prefers cooler conditions overall — it can struggle in prolonged, intense heat.

Tips

Sowing depth (4-8cm) isn't especially critical for this species — some flexibility here won't hurt results A cool-season legume that actually prefers cooler growing conditions than many other beans As a nitrogen-fixing legume, it improves soil fertility for whatever's planted after it

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