Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angivensis
ID:
194162

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
J. Bot.20: 69 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193491

Common Names

  • Vigna angivensis
  • Vigna
  • Angivensis

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Synonyms

  • Vigna harmsii R.Vig. [valid]
  • Lotus angivensis Bojer ex Baker [valid]
  • Tephrosia heterophylla Bojer ex Baker [invalid]
  • Tephrosia angivensis Bojer [unknown]

Description

Vigna angivensis (also called Angiv Vigna, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It has a woody stem and its leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate in shape. It is found in tropical forests, open woodlands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Vigna angivensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used to make a medicinal oil and its flowers are used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vigna angivensis is a small, yellow, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vigna angivensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub native to tropical regions of the world. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and regular watering. It can be propagated from cuttings and can be grown as a container plant.

Where to Find Vigna angivensis

Vigna angivensis is native to South America and is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Vigna angivensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vigna angivensis?

Vigna angivensis

What is the growth habit of Vigna angivensis?

It is a small shrub, usually growing to a height of 1-2 m.

What is the flowering season of Vigna angivensis?

It flowers from February to April.

Species in the Vigna genus

Vigna lasiocarpa, Vigna halophila, Vigna nyangensis, Vigna radiata, Vigna marina, Vigna glabrescens, Vigna aconitifolia, Vigna ambacensis, Vigna pubigera, Vigna angularis, Vigna antunesii, Vigna bequaertii, Vigna comosa, Vigna debanensis, Vigna lanceolata, Vigna dolomitica, Vigna filicaulis, Vigna fischeri, Vigna friesiorum, Vigna frutescens, Vigna gazensis, Vigna gracilis, Vigna haumaniana, Vigna heterophylla, Vigna hosei, Vigna jaegeri, Vigna juncea, Vigna juruana, Vigna kirkii, Vigna laurentii, Vigna lobatifolia, Vigna longifolia, Vigna longissima, Vigna luteola, Vigna membranacea, Vigna mendesii, Vigna mildbraedii, Vigna monophylla, Vigna multinervis, Vigna mungo, Vigna nervosa, Vigna nigritia, Vigna nuda, Vigna oblongifolia, Vigna parkeri, Vigna phoenix, Vigna platyloba, Vigna procera, Vigna pygmaea, Vigna radicans,

Species in the Fabaceae family