Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microsperma
ID:
165782

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill.5: 373 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165111

Common Names

  • Microsperma
  • Small-seeded Jack Bean
  • Small-seeded Sword Bean

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Description

Canavalia microsperma (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 microsperma 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

Canavalia microsperma has white flowers with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Canavalia microsperma 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 microsperma

Canavalia microsperma is native to tropical regions of the Americas, including Central and South America.

Canavalia microsperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Canavalia microsperma?

Canavalia microsperma

What is the common name of Canavalia microsperma?

Small-seeded Jackbean

What is the natural habitat of Canavalia microsperma?

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