Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
picta
ID:
165787

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Comm. Legum. Gen.: 71 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165116

Common Names

  • Painted Jack Bean
  • Painted Horse Bean
  • Picta Jack Bean

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Synonyms

  • Wenderothia picta (Mart. ex Benth.) Piper [valid]

Description

Canavalia picta (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 picta is used as a cover crop and for erosion control. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Canavalia picta var. elliptica Fantz
Canavalia picta var. picta

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Canavalia picta are white and have five petals. The seeds are flat, oval-shaped, and black in color. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Canavalia picta 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 picta

Canavalia picta is found in the Caribbean, Central and South America.

Canavalia picta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Canavalia picta?

Canavalia picta

What is the common name of Canavalia picta?

Painted Jackbean

What is the natural habitat of Canavalia picta?

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.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.