Status:
valid
Authors:
(Roxb.) DC. ex Wight
Source:
ildis
Year:
1834
Citation Micro:
R.Wight & G.A.W.Arnott, Prodr. Fl. Ind. Orient.1: 254 (1834)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203926
Common Names
- Mucuna atropurpurea
- Purple Mucuna
- Purple Velvet Bean
Description
Mucuna atropurpurea (also called purple-stemmed mucuna, among many other common names) is an erect, branched, annual herb with a height of up to 1.5 m. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines, and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Mucuna atropurpurea is used as a fodder crop, for green manure, and as a soil conditioner.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Mucuna atropurpurea are small and purple, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mucuna atropurpurea is a fast-growing, perennial vine that can reach up to 20 feet in length. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be soaked in water for 24 hours before planting.
Where to Find Mucuna atropurpurea
Mucuna atropurpurea is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South Asia. It is found in a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, grasslands, and forests.
Mucuna atropurpurea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mucuna atropurpurea?
Mucuna atropurpurea
What are the common names of Mucuna atropurpurea?
Purple velvet bean, Purple bush bean
Where is Mucuna atropurpurea native to?
India
Species in the Mucuna genus
Mucuna argyrophylla,
Mucuna holtonii,
Mucuna rostrata,
Mucuna urens,
Mucuna elliptica,
Mucuna mitis,
Mucuna mollis,
Mucuna mutisiana,
Mucuna coriacea,
Mucuna ferox,
Mucuna flagellipes,
Mucuna gigantea,
Mucuna glabrialata,
Mucuna melanocarpa,
Mucuna poggei,
Mucuna pesa,
Mucuna pruriens,
Mucuna sloanei,
Mucuna stans,
Mucuna urens,
Mucuna killipiana,
Mucuna sempervirens,
Mucuna birdwoodiana,
Mucuna macrocarpa,
Mucuna diabolica,
Mucuna reptans,
Mucuna bodinieri,
Mucuna membranacea,
Mucuna pacifica,
Mucuna novoguineensis,
Mucuna platyphylla,
Mucuna pallida,
Mucuna warburgii,
Mucuna humblotii,
Mucuna manongarivensis,
Mucuna paniculata,
Mucuna championii,
Mucuna interrupta,
Mucuna macrobotrys,
Mucuna hainanensis,
Mucuna lamellata,
Mucuna cyclocarpa,
Mucuna calophylla,
Mucuna bracteata,
Mucuna gracilipes,
Mucuna monosperma,
Mucuna oligoplax,
Mucuna revoluta,
Mucuna stenoplax,
Mucuna thailandica,
Species in the Fabaceae family