Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nyangensis
ID:
184133

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mithen

Source:
ildis

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.44: 175 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183462

Common Names

  • Vigna nyangensis
  • Nyangensis Vigna
  • African Cowpea

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Description

Vigna nyangensis (also called Nyanga Vigna, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and small yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, rocky slopes and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vigna nyangensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a forage crop for livestock. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vigna nyangensis has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, round, and dark brown. The seedlings are small and green with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vigna nyangensis is a perennial vine native to Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -2°C (28°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Vigna nyangensis

Vigna nyangensis is native to the tropical rainforest of West Africa, where it is found in Cameroon, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Guinea, Liberia, Nigeria, and Sierra Leone.

Vigna nyangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vigna nyangensis?

Vigna nyangensis

What is the common name of Vigna nyangensis?

Nyang Vigna

What is the natural habitat of Vigna nyangensis?

Vigna nyangensis is found in dry grassland and scrubland in South Africa.

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