Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lasiocarpa
ID:
169543

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mart. ex Benth.) Verdc.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.24: 539 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168872

Common Names

  • Lasiocarpa Vigna
  • Vigna Lasiocarpa
  • Lasiocarpa Cowpea

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Synonyms

  • Phaseolus pilosus Kunth [valid]
  • Phaseolus hirsutus Mart. ex Benth. [valid]
  • Phaseolus lasiocarpus Mart. ex Benth. [valid]
  • Mucuna lignosa Scop. [valid]
  • Phaseolus balansae Micheli [valid]
  • Phaseolus lasiocarpus balansae (Micheli) Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Phaseolus lasiocarpus igatimianus Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Phaseolus pilosus lasiocarpus Hassl. [valid]
  • Dolichos jacquinii DC. [valid]
  • Phaseolus pilosus genuinus Hassl. [invalid]
  • Dolichos lignosus Jacq. [illegitimate]

Description

Vigna lasiocarpa (also called Hairy-Fruited Vigna, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vigna lasiocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vigna lasiocarpa is a small, white, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaflets and a taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vigna lasiocarpa is a perennial vine that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in full sun. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant prefers a warm, humid climate and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Vigna lasiocarpa

Vigna lasiocarpa is native to South America. It can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Vigna lasiocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vigna lasiocarpa?

Vigna lasiocarpa

What is the common name of Vigna lasiocarpa?

Hairy-fruited Vigna

What is the family of Vigna lasiocarpa?

Fabaceae

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.