Status:
valid
Authors:
S.S.Gaikwad, Lawand & Gurav
Source:
WCVP Fabaceae
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa348: 153 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001444001
Common Names
- Mucuna yadaviana
- Yadaviana Mucuna
- Yadava's Mucuna
Description
Mucuna yadaviana (also called Yadav's Mucuna, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, white flowers and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Mucuna yadaviana is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and to boost the immune system. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mucuna yadaviana has small yellow flowers, with a single seed in each pod. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mucuna yadaviana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and keep the soil moist. For cuttings, take cuttings from the stem tips and root them in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. The plant can be cultivated in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-draining soil.
Where to Find Mucuna yadaviana
Mucuna yadaviana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.
Mucuna yadaviana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mucuna yadaviana?
Mucuna yadaviana
What is the common name of Mucuna yadaviana?
Yadav's Mucuna
What is the habitat of Mucuna yadaviana?
It is found in grasslands, steppes, and open 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