Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sanjappae
ID:
1320530

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aitawade & S.R.Yadav

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.67: 539 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332984

Common Names

  • Mucuna sanjappae
  • Sanjappae Mucuna
  • Sanjappae's Mucuna

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Description

Mucuna sanjappae (also called Sanjappa's Mucuna, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to India. It grows in sunny, dry habitats, and has long, narrow leaves with a scaly texture.

Uses & Benefits

Mucuna sanjappae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mucuna sanjappae has small, purple flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons and long, slender stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mucuna sanjappae is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be grown in full sun and in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Mucuna sanjappae

Mucuna sanjappae can be found in India.

Mucuna sanjappae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mucuna sanjappae?

Mucuna sanjappae

What is the family of Mucuna sanjappae?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Mucuna sanjappae?

Sanjappae Mucuna

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

Shrirang Ramchandra Yadav (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.R.Yadav' in the authors string.
Makarand Mohanrao Aitawade (b.1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aitawade' in the authors string.