Canavalia grandiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Comm. Legum. Gen.: 71 (1837)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165107
Common Names
- Large-flowered Jack Bean
- Grandiflora Bean
- Big-flowered Jack Bean
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- Canavalia albiflora Ducke [valid]
- Canavalia cuspidigera Hoehne [valid]
- Canavalia ensiformis versicolor Kuntze [valid]
- Canavalia variicolor Piper [valid]
- Wenderothia grandiflora (Benth.) Piper [valid]
Description
Canavalia grandiflora (also called Canavalia gladiata, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. This plant is found in grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Canavalia grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments, such as fever, headache and stomach ache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Canavalia grandiflora is a bright yellow, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like structure. The seedlings are small, with two oval-shaped leaves.
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Canavalia grandiflora is a fast-growing, tropical vine native to the Caribbean and South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained, moist soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature vines and planted in a potting mix with good drainage.
Where to Find Canavalia grandiflora
Canavalia grandiflora is native to tropical regions of the Americas, including Central and South America.
Canavalia grandiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Canavalia grandiflora?
Canavalia grandiflora
What is the common name of Canavalia grandiflora?
Large-flowered Jackbean
What is the natural habitat of Canavalia grandiflora?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Canavalia grandiflora Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.