Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longifolia
ID:
189193

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Verdc.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.24: 541 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188522

Common Names

  • Long-leaved Vigna
  • Long-podded Vigna
  • Long-podded Cowpea

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Synonyms

  • Phaseolus longifolius Benth. [valid]
  • Phaseolus ovatus Benth. [valid]
  • Phaseolus schottii Benth. [valid]
  • Phaseolus schottii longifolius (Benth.) Hassl. [valid]
  • Phaseolus productus Ducke [valid]
  • Phaseolus lanceolatus Bello [valid]
  • Phaseolus schottii ovatus (Benth.) Hassl. [unknown]
  • Phaseolus diffusus Scott Elliot [valid]
  • Phaseolus lanceolalus Bello [unknown]
  • Vigna diffusa (Scott Elliot) A.Delgado [valid]
  • Vigna schottii (Benth.) A.Delgado [valid]
  • Phaseolus schottii ovatus Hassl. [valid]
  • Phaseolus schottii brasiliensis Hassl. [unknown]
  • Phaseolus schottii guyanensis Hassl. [unknown]
  • Phaseolus schottii transiens Hassl. [unknown]
  • Phaseolus schottii grandiflorus Hassl. [unknown]
  • Phaseolus schottii intermedius Hassl. [unknown]
  • Phaseolus ovatus glabratus Benth. [unknown]
  • Phaseolus schottii campestris Hassl. [unknown]
  • Phaseolus schottii genuinus Hassl. [invalid]
  • Phaseolus schottii tucumanensis Hassl. [unknown]

Description

Vigna longifolia (also called Long-leaved Vigna, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1m tall. It has white flowers and is native to Australia, particularly in the south-eastern parts of New South Wales and Victoria. It is commonly found in moist soils and is well adapted to humid climates.

Uses & Benefits

Vigna longifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vigna longifolia has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vigna longifolia 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 longifolia

Vigna longifolia is native to tropical Africa and is commonly found in moist areas such as riverbanks and swamps.

Vigna longifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vigna longifolia?

Vigna longifolia

What is the common name of Vigna longifolia?

Long-leaf vigna

What is the natural habitat of Vigna longifolia?

Dry sclerophyll forest and woodland

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.