Green bean

As common food in many countries, green beans are sold fresh, canned, and frozen.

[10] Raw green beans are 90% water, 7% carbohydrates, 2% protein, and contain negligible fat (table).

The green bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) originated in Central and South America, where there is evidence that it has been cultivated in Mexico and Peru for thousands of years.

[13][14][15] Bush beans are short plants, growing to not more than 2 feet (61 cm) in height, often without requiring supports.

Owing to this concentrated production and ease of mechanized harvesting, bush-type beans are those most often grown on commercial farms.

Beans with various pod colors (green, purple, red, or streaked.

[3] Wax bean cultivars are commonly of the bush or dwarf form.