Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
verdcourtii
ID:
1334393

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wiriad.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Blumea61: 119 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346847

Common Names

  • Mucuna Verdcourtii
  • Verdcourtii Mucuna
  • Verdcourt's Mucuna

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Description

Mucuna verdcourtii (also called 'Verdcourt's Mucuna', among many other common names) is a woody climber native to Africa. It has long, thin stems, and its leaves are ovate and pointed. It grows in humid, shady forests, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Mucuna verdcourtii is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mucuna verdcourtii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The flowers are held on tall stems and bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black and held in a capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mucuna verdcourtii is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Mucuna verdcourtii

Mucuna verdcourtii is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia.

Mucuna verdcourtii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mucuna verdcourtii?

Mucuna verdcourtii

What is the common name of Mucuna verdcourtii?

Verdcourt's Mucuna

What is the natural habitat of Mucuna verdcourtii?

Tropical forests of 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

References

H. Wiriadinata (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiriad.' in the authors string.