Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mendesii
ID:
189462

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torre

Source:
ildis

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot., sér. 2, 39: 213 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188791

Common Names

  • Mendes Vigna
  • Mendes' Cowpea
  • Vigna Mendesii

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Description

Vigna mendesii (also called 'Mendes Vigna', 'Mendes Vigna' and 'Mendesii', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 3 meters in height. It has yellow flowers and is native to India. It is found in open woodland, heath and shrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Vigna mendesii is used for its edible beans, which are high in protein and fiber. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it is known to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and diuretic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vigna mendesii has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vigna mendesii is a fast-growing, annual vine that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer.

Where to Find Vigna mendesii

Vigna mendesii is native to tropical Africa. It is found in Angola, Cameroon, and Gabon.

Vigna mendesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vigna mendesii?

Vigna mendesii

What is the family of Vigna mendesii?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Vigna mendesii?

Mendesii Vigna

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