Canavalia cassidea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.P.Lewis
Source:
tro
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.47: 305 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001248687
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Canavalia cassidea (also called cassidea jackbean, among many other common names) is an annual shrub native to Mexico. It is a small shrub with a height of 0.5 to 1 meter and has small, fragrant leaves. It is found in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Canavalia cassidea has been used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Canavalia cassidea has small, white flowers with four petals. The seed is small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Canavalia cassidea is a perennial shrub that can be propagated through cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Canavalia cassidea requires little maintenance and can tolerate a wide range of soils and climates.
Where to Find Canavalia cassidea
Canavalia cassidea is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Canavalia cassidea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Canavalia cassidea?
Canavalia cassidea
What is the common name of Canavalia cassidea?
Beach Bean
What is the natural habitat of Canavalia cassidea?
Beaches, coastal areas, and disturbed sites
Species in the Canavalia genus
Canavalia saueri, Canavalia acuminata, Canavalia altipendula, Canavalia bicarinata, Canavalia boliviana, Canavalia concinna, Canavalia dura, Canavalia eurycarpa, Canavalia glabra, Canavalia grandiflora, Canavalia hirsutissima, Canavalia mattogrossensis, Canavalia matudae, Canavalia microsperma, Canavalia nitida, Canavalia obidensis, Canavalia oxyphylla, Canavalia palmeri, Canavalia picta, Canavalia piperi, Canavalia sericophylla, Canavalia villosa, Canavalia galeata, Canavalia parviflora, Canavalia pubescens, Canavalia sericea, Canavalia dolichothyrsa, Canavalia kauaiensis, Canavalia molokaiensis, Canavalia napaliensis, Canavalia brasiliensis, Canavalia macropleura, Canavalia lineata, Canavalia septentrionalis, Canavalia papuana, Canavalia bonariensis, Canavalia cathartica, Canavalia ensiformis, Canavalia gladiata, Canavalia plagiosperma, Canavalia regalis, Canavalia rosea, Canavalia africana, Canavalia raiateensis, Canavalia madagascariensis, Canavalia gladiolata, Canavalia mollis, Canavalia aurita, Canavalia macrobotrys, Canavalia ramosii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Gwilym Peter Lewis (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Lewis' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Canavalia cassidea G.P.Lewis: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.