How to Grow and Care for Rosary Pea

Rosary Pea, also known as Jequirity bean, Crab's eye, Precatory bean, Prayer bead, Indian licorice

Rosary Pea, with its striking seeds and vine-like growth, requires specific attention to thrive. It needs a warm, sunny environment with well-draining soil. A critical care point is regulating moisture; overwatering can be detrimental, so consistent but moderate watering is key. As rosary Pea is highly toxic, it demands careful handling and placement away from children and pets, making it a challenging plant to maintain safely.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

Toxic to Human & Pets

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Planting and Growing Rosary Pea

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Hard
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7.5
Hardiness Zones	9-11
Toxicity	Toxic to Human & Pets

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Rosary Pea is known for its distinctive seeds which are glossy and typically bear a bright red hue with a single black spot. These seeds are small, about the size of a pea or 1/3 inch (8 mm) in diameter. The plant itself has pinnate leaves that are made up of smaller, oval leaflets. Rosary Pea may develop slender stems that can climb or spread, forming dense mats. The flowers are small and can be pink to lavender in color, often forming in loose clusters. This species also possesses deep, tenacious roots which make it notably hard to eradicate once established.