Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
membranacea
ID:
193044

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayata

Source:
ildis

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Formosan.3: 73 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192373

Common Names

  • Mucuna membranacea
  • Membranous Mucuna
  • Membranacea Mucuna

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Synonyms

  • Mucuna iriomotensis Ohwi [valid]
  • Mucuna iriotenis Ohwi [unknown]

Description

Mucuna membranacea (also called Membranous Velvet Bean, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia and the Himalayas. It grows in open grasslands, shrublands, and woodlands, and is characterized by its small, white flowers and its long, hairy, membranous-colored stems.

Uses & Benefits

Mucuna membranacea is a species of perennial vine native to Asia. It is often used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used to attract pollinators to gardens and can be used as a ground cover or to cover walls and fences.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mucuna membranacea has yellow, pea-like flowers that are clustered in a raceme. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mucuna membranacea is a fast-growing, evergreen vine that can reach heights of up to 45 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Mucuna membranacea

Mucuna membranacea is native to India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia.

Mucuna membranacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mucuna membranacea?

Mucuna membranacea

What are the common names of Mucuna membranacea?

Membranous Velvet Bean, Membranous Velvet Bean Vine

What is the natural habitat of Mucuna membranacea?

Open woodlands, grasslands, and scrubland

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