Below is a list of all known varieties for Cannellini Bean. Click on a variety name to view more detailed nutrient and sourcing information.
| Variety Name | Description |
|---|---|
| AC-Roxas | A high-yielding white kidney bean cultivar developed for improved adaptation to Canadian growing conditions. |
| Alpine | A commercial white kidney bean variety known for its uniform white color and early maturity. |
| Alubia Blanca | Alubia Blanca is a variety of cannellini bean known for its distinctive flavor and regional cultivation. |
| Aura | A modern Italian cultivar of the Cannellini type, noted for its strong vigor. |
| Bianco di Spagna | A very large, flat white bean often confused with or used as a substitute for Cannellini, prized in Spain and Italy. |
| Cannellini | Cannellini beans are large, white, kidney-shaped beans originating from Italy. They are known for their tender texture and mild, slightly nutty flavor, making them ideal for soups (like minestrone), salads, and classic Italian dishes like pasta e fagioli. |
| Cannellini di Firenze | A regional selection prized in the Florence (Firenze) region of Italy. |
| Cannellini Dwarf | A bush-type selection of Cannellini, bred for compact growth and high-density planting. |
| Cannellini Gigante | Cannellini Gigante is a distinct variety of cannellini bean known for regional cultivation or specific agronomic traits. |
| Cannellino di Lucca | Cannellino di Lucca is a distinct variety of cannellini bean known for regional cultivation or specific agronomic traits. |
| Canning Quality White Kidney | A selection of white kidney beans specifically bred and chosen for their ability to maintain shape during commercial canning. |
| Corona Bean (Giant) | A very large, flat white heirloom bean that is often used interchangeably with Cannellini for its buttery texture. |
| Fagiolo Bianco di Rotonda | A high-quality, regionally protected white bean from Calabria, Italy, often used in place of Cannellini. |
| Fagiolo di Sarconi | A prestigious, regional white bean landrace from Basilicata, Italy, similar to Cannellini. |
| Lingot | A similar-looking white bean (used in French Cassoulet) that often substitutes for Cannellini, known for holding its shape well. |
| Medalist White | A robust, commercial selection of the white kidney bean type with good canning quality. |
| Micro-Cannellini | A market term for small, highly uniform Cannellini beans, often used in gourmet salads. |
| Montecatini | Montecatini is a distinct variety of cannellini bean known for regional cultivation or specific agronomic traits. |
| Navy Cannellini | Navy Cannellini is a variety of cannellini bean known for its distinctive flavor and regional cultivation. |
| Northern White | A commercial selection of white kidney beans adapted for growth in northern climates. |
| Quick-Cooking White Kidney | A commercial selection of white kidney beans chosen for a shorter cooking time and smooth texture. |
| Regina | Regina is a variety of cannellini bean known for its distinctive flavor and regional cultivation. |
| Rossa Bianca | Rossa Bianca is a distinct variety of cannellini bean known for regional cultivation or specific agronomic traits. |
| Silver Star | A widely planted white kidney bean variety known for its excellent yield potential. |
| Small White Kidney | A general market term for Cannellini that are smaller than the standard size, often used in canning. |
| Spooner | Spooner is a distinct variety of cannellini bean known for regional cultivation or specific agronomic traits. |
| Traditional Cannellini | The classic Italian white kidney bean, known for its large size, thin skin, and soft, creamy interior. |
| Tuscan White | Tuscan White is a distinct variety of cannellini bean known for regional cultivation or specific agronomic traits. |
| Tuscan White Bean | A popular market name for Cannellini and similar small white beans used extensively in Tuscan cuisine. |
| White Kidney Bean (Generic) | A general term for any large, kidney-shaped white bean, often interchangeable with Cannellini in North America. |
| WKB-20 | A numbered breeding line (White Kidney Bean) selected for high yield and uniform size. |
| WKB-50 | A numbered breeding line known for improved disease resistance over traditional Cannellini. |