Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
exilis
ID:
418598

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tateishi & Maxted

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.57: 625 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000417930

Common Names

  • Vigna exilis
  • Exile Vigna
  • Exile Vigna Fruit

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Description

Vigna exilis (also called Slender Vigna, among many other common names) is an annual climbing plant with winged stems and trifoliate leaves. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in open, disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vigna exilis is used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vigna exilis has white flowers with yellow centers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vigna exilis is a perennial vine native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It is grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from seed, but it is slow-growing and may take several years to flower.

Where to Find Vigna exilis

Vigna exilis is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests.

Vigna exilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vigna exilis?

Vigna exilis

What is the common name of Vigna exilis?

Slender Vigna

What type of plant is Vigna exilis?

Legume

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

References

Nigel Maxted (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxted' in the authors string.
Yoichi Tateishi (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tateishi' in the authors string.