Guar (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba)

Family: Fabaceae | Edibility: Choice Edible (4/5)

Cluster Bean or Guar (Cyamopsis tetragonoloba) is a legume with a nitrogen-fixing capability due to its symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria. It is used in crop rotation to replenish the soil. It is an upright plant that grows up to 3 m in height. The leaves and stems are mostly hairy. The leaves are elongated, oval shaped, and of alternate position. It is often consumed as a vegetable.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds, Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Rich in protein. — Leaves - cooked as a vegetable.; The seeds can also be sprouted and eaten.; The seeds are about 5mm long.; Seedpods - cooked.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known in a wild state. (Zone 10)