Phaseolus mollis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
tro
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London20: 228 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001054902
Common Names
- Mollis Phaseolus
- Phaseolus mollis
- Soft Bean
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phaseolus mollis (also called mung bean, among many other common names) is a species of bean native to Central and South America. It is an annual herbaceous plant, growing to a height of 1-2 m. The leaves are pinnate, with 3-7 leaflets. The flowers are white or purple, and the pods are curved and twisted, containing 4-6 seeds. It is found in humid and tropical areas.
Uses & Benefits
Phaseolus mollis is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems, as an antispasmodic and as a diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phaseolus mollis is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phaseolus mollis is a shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay and Argentina. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and should be planted in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Phaseolus mollis
Phaseolus mollis can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.
Species in the Phaseolus genus
Phaseolus amblyosepalus, Phaseolus glabellus, Phaseolus oaxacanus, Phaseolus pachyrrhizoides, Phaseolus parvulus, Phaseolus sonorensis, Phaseolus tuerckheimii, Phaseolus xanthotrichus, Phaseolus maculatus, Phaseolus acutifolius, Phaseolus angustissimus, Phaseolus filiformis, Phaseolus micranthus, Phaseolus microcarpus, Phaseolus pedicellatus, Phaseolus polymorphus, Phaseolus polystachios, Phaseolus nelsonii, Phaseolus vulcanicus, Phaseolus leptostachyus, Phaseolus sinuatus, Phaseolus coccineus, Phaseolus lunatus, Phaseolus massaiensis, Phaseolus vulgaris, Phaseolus plagiocylix, Phaseolus augustii, Phaseolus viridis, Phaseolus rosei, Phaseolus oligospermus, Phaseolus carterae, Phaseolus lignosus, Phaseolus texensis, Phaseolus hygrophilus, Phaseolus amabilis, Phaseolus atomifer, Phaseolus chiapasanus, Phaseolus esperanzae, Phaseolus harmsianus, Phaseolus jaliscanus, Phaseolus macrolepis, Phaseolus neglectus, Phaseolus ovatifolius, Phaseolus pulchellus, Phaseolus salicifolius, Phaseolus tenellus, Phaseolus venosus, Phaseolus dumosus, Phaseolus leptophyllus, Phaseolus mollis,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Phaseolus mollis Hook.f.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.