Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
japira
ID:
378449

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.M.G.Azevedo, K.Agostini & Sazima

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Taxon54: 452 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000377781

Common Names

  • Mucuna japira
  • Japira Mucuna
  • Japira Velvet Bean

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Description

Mucuna japira (also called Japira mucuna, among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to tropical Asia, from India to the Philippines. It has long, twining stems, with large, heart-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Mucuna japira is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, cough, and other ailments, as a source of food, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mucuna japira has small, white flowers and dark brown, bean-like seeds. Its seedlings are small, with a thin stem and a pair of small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mucuna japira is a tropical legume found in South America. It is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. Propagation is done by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination occurs.

Where to Find Mucuna japira

Mucuna japira can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Mucuna japira FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mucuna japira?

Mucuna japira

What is the common name of Mucuna japira?

Japira

What is the family of Mucuna japira?

Fabaceae

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

References

Ana Maria Goulart de Azevedo (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.G.Azevedo' in the authors string.
Kayna Agostini: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Agostini' in the authors string.
Marlies Sazima (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sazima' in the authors string.