Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mukerjeanus
ID:
204741

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Raizada) Raizada

Source:
ildis

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Indian J. Forest.3: 133 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000204070

Common Names

  • Vigna mukerjeanus
  • Mukerjee's Vigna
  • Mukerjee's Cowpea

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Synonyms

  • Phaselous mukerjeanus Raizada [unknown]
  • Phaseolus mukerjeanus Babu ex Raizada [valid]

Description

Vigna mukerjeanus (also called Mukerjee's Vigna, among many other common names) is an erect, annual herb native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows to a height of 0.5-1 m and has trifoliate leaves with ovate leaflets. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vigna mukerjeanus is used as an ornamental plant, for timber, and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to make furniture, as a fuelwood, and for making charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vigna mukerjeanus is a white, pea-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, round, green seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vigna mukerjeanus is a fast-growing, annual herb that is native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Fertilizer should be applied every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Vigna mukerjeanus

Vigna mukerjeanus is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions. It is commonly found in moist deciduous forests, grasslands, and wastelands.

Vigna mukerjeanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vigna mukerjeanus?

Vigna mukerjeanus

What is the common name of Vigna mukerjeanus?

Mukerjee's cowpea

What is the natural habitat of Vigna mukerjeanus?

Vigna mukerjeanus is native to India

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