Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longissima
ID:
189222

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hutch.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1921: 367 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188551

Common Names

  • Vigna Longissima
  • Longest Cowpea
  • Longest Vigna

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Description

Vigna longissima (also called Long-pod Cowpea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It can grow up to 1 m tall and has yellow-green flowers. It is found in open forest, woodland and heath in south-western Australia.

Uses & Benefits

Vigna longissima is used as a source of fodder for livestock, as a soil stabilizer, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vigna longissima 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 longissima is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It can be grown in pots or in the garden. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep moist. To propagate from cuttings, take a cutting of around 10cm in length and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cutting in rooting hormone and place in a potting mix. Keep moist and in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Vigna longissima

Vigna longissima is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory, Queensland, and New South Wales.

Vigna longissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vigna longissima?

Vigna longissima

What is the natural habitat of Vigna longissima?

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

What are the uses of Vigna longissima?

Vigna longissima is used as a food crop and is also used for medicinal purposes.

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