This is another type of beanstalk, the larger ones are called pig's ears, the smaller ones are called cat's ears; they are called pig's ear beanstalks in Beijing, Jilin and other places. It is also called plum beans, "lost beans" (harmonic). In Liaoning, they are called qi (泣) beans. Edible, good for julienne and shredded meat

Pig's ear string bean

Synonyms

Southern lentil

Long

5-7 cm

Seeds

3-5

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