Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
richardsiae
ID:
189883

Status:
valid

Authors:
Verdc.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.24: 566 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189212

Common Names

  • Richards Vigna
  • Vigna richardsiae
  • Richards' Vigna

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Description

Vigna richardsiae (also called Richards' Mung Bean, among many other common names) is a small, annual herb native to India. It has trifoliate leaves and small, yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions and grows in moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Vigna richardsiae is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as a fodder crop and forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vigna richardsiae has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are thin and have a pale green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vigna richardsiae is a fast-growing annual vine that is easy to cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can be propagated from seed. Sow the seeds directly in the garden in early spring and thin the seedlings to 12-18 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize as needed.

Where to Find Vigna richardsiae

Vigna richardsiae is found in tropical Africa.

Vigna richardsiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vigna richardsiae?

Vigna richardsiae

What are the common names of Vigna richardsiae?

Richardson's cowpea

What is the origin of Vigna richardsiae?

West 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