Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
malayana
ID:
207931

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.R.Hend.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem.7: 99 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207260

Common Names

  • Vigna Malayana
  • Malayan Vigna
  • Malay Vigna

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Synonyms

  • Vigna parviflora Ridl. [illegitimate]

Description

Vigna malayana (also called 'Malay Bean', among many other common names) is a woody climber native to Malaysia. It has a twining habit and can reach up to 10m in length. It is found in primary and secondary forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vigna malayana is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vigna malayana has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vigna malayana is a tropical plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers warm, humid climates and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Vigna malayana

Vigna malayana is native to Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.

Vigna malayana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vigna malayana?

Vigna malayana

What is the common name of Vigna malayana?

Malayan Vigna

What is the habitat of Vigna malayana?

It is found in tropical rainforests, along the coast, and in disturbed areas.

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