Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilipes
ID:
201162

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craib

Source:
ildis

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1927: 378 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200491

Common Names

  • Mucuna gracilipes
  • Slenderstalk Mucuna
  • Slenderstalk Velvet Bean

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Description

Mucuna gracilipes (also called Slender-stalked Velvet Bean, among many other common names) is an annual herb with pinnate leaves and small white flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia and is found in moist, lowland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mucuna gracilipes is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder crop, and as a soil-binding plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mucuna gracilipes has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mucuna gracilipes can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Mucuna gracilipes

Mucuna gracilipes is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Africa, and Asia.

Mucuna gracilipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mucuna gracilipes?

Mucuna gracilipes

What is the common name of Mucuna gracilipes?

Cowitch

What is the natural habitat of Mucuna gracilipes?

Tropical forests and woodlands

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