Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mildbraedii
ID:
189472

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
G.W.J.Mildbraed (ed.), Wiss. Erg. Deut. Zentr.-Afr. Exped., Bot.2: 269 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188801

Common Names

  • Vigna mildbraedii
  • Mildbraed's Vigna
  • Mildbraed Vigna

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Description

Vigna mildbraedii (also called 'Mildbraed's Vigna', 'Mildbraed's Vigna' and 'Mildbraedii', 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 mildbraedii 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 mildbraedii 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 mildbraedii 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 mildbraedii

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

Vigna mildbraedii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vigna mildbraedii?

Vigna mildbraedii

What is the family of Vigna mildbraedii?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Vigna mildbraedii?

Mildbraedii 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

References