Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
multinervis
ID:
189504

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hutch. & Dalziel

Source:
ildis

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Fl. W. Trop. Afr.1: 409 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000188833

Common Names

  • Multinervis Vigna
  • Multinervis Cowpea
  • Vigna Multinervis

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Synonyms

  • Vigna linearifolia Hutch. ex Broun & R.E.Massey [illegitimate]

Description

Vigna multinervis (also called Many-Nerved Vigna, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and grows in rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Vigna multinervis is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder crop for livestock, and as a cover crop to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vigna multinervis has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vigna multinervis is an annual herbaceous plant native to Afghanistan. It can be grown from seed and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought conditions and can be propagated by division or cuttings in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Vigna multinervis

Vigna multinervis is found in India, Pakistan, and Nepal.

Vigna multinervis FAQ

What are the common names of Vigna multinervis?

It is commonly known as the Chinese bean, Chinese velvet bean, and velvet bean.

What is the origin of Vigna multinervis?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands.

What are the uses of Vigna multinervis?

It is used as a forage crop, as a cover crop, and as a green manure crop. It is also used as a medicinal plant and as a source of food.

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

John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
John McEwan Dalziel (1872-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalziel' in the authors string.