Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sericea
ID:
174694

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
U.S. Expl. Exped., Phan.1: 440 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174023

Common Names

  • Bay Bean
  • Sea Bean
  • Jack Bean

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Synonyms

  • Canavalia sericea cuspidata Degener & Degener [unknown]
  • Canavalia sericea yunckeri Degener & Degener [unknown]
  • Canavalia sericea cuspidata O.Deg. & I.Deg. [valid]
  • Canavalia sericea yunckeri O.Deg. & I.Deg. [valid]
  • Canavalia sericea grandifoliolata O.Deg. & I.Deg. [valid]

Description

Canavalia sericea (also called Silky Jackbean, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m (3 ft) tall. It is native to Central America and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Canavalia sericea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for fodder and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Canavalia sericea is a white to pinkish-white, pea-like flower with a yellow throat. The seed is a flat, oblong, brown seed, about 5 mm long. The seedling is a small, bright green, oval-shaped seedling with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Canavalia sericea can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be thinned to allow for adequate spacing and growth. Water regularly and fertilize monthly.

Where to Find Canavalia sericea

Canavalia sericea is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Canavalia sericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Canavalia sericea?

Canavalia sericea

What are the common names of Canavalia sericea?

Silky Canavalia, Silky Jackbean, and Silky Jack-Bean

What is the natural habitat of Canavalia sericea?

It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical climates

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