Cherokee Trail of Tears Bean
The Cherokee Trail of Tears bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is a pole bean that can be harvested as both a snap and a dry bean. This bean is a great low-fat source of vitamins A, C, and K. Pole beans like the Cherokee Trail of Tears bean are also a good source of fiber and antioxidants. Cherokee Trail of Tears beans are a deep black when mature. Phaseolus vulgaris. 70-90 days to maturity
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Description
The Cherokee Trail of Tears bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is a pole bean that can be harvested as both a snap and a dry bean. The beans were carried by the Cherokee when they were forcibly removed from their land in the southeastern United States to live on “Indian territory” in what is present-day Oklahoma, leaving a trail of over 4,000 graves. The bean can be grown as part of the "Three Sisters" alongside corn and squash.
Cherokee Trail of Tears beans are a deep black when mature. This bean is a great low-fat source of vitamins A, C, and K. Pole beans like the Cherokee Trail of Tears bean are also a good source of fiber and antioxidants, and they contain trace amounts of many minerals including manganese, magnesium, calcium, and iron. Some studies have suggested that beans like the Cherokee Trail of Tears bean can contribute to cardiovascular health by lowering blood fat content. The vitamin K and calcium content in beans has also been linked to increased bone density and overall bone health.
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