Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lobatifolia
ID:
189174

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 199 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188503

Common Names

  • Lobed Vigna
  • Lobed Cowpea
  • Lobed Bean

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Synonyms

  • Vigna vexillata lobatifolia (Baker) Pasquet [unknown]

Description

Vigna lobatifolia (also called Lobed-leaved vigna, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a sprawling habit and lobed-shaped leaves. It is native to Australia and grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vigna lobatifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food for birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Vigna lobatifolia are yellow, about 1 cm in diameter and have five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened bean-like structure. The seedlings are small and have two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vigna lobatifolia is an evergreen perennial that grows to a height of 0.5-1 m. It is propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny position. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Vigna lobatifolia

Vigna lobatifolia is native to Australia and can be found in the south-west of Western Australia.

Vigna lobatifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vigna lobatifolia?

Vigna lobatifolia

What is the common name of Vigna lobatifolia?

Lobed-leaved Vigna

What is the natural habitat of Vigna lobatifolia?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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