Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sahyadriana
ID:
1321429

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aitawade, K.V.Bhat & S.R.Yadav

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Rheedea22: 20 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333883

Common Names

  • Sahyadriana Vigna
  • Vigna Sahyadriana
  • Sahyadriana Vigna

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Description

Vigna sahyadriana (also called Sahyadri cowpea, among many other common names) is a species of legume in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the mountains of India and is found in montane forests. It is an annual herb, growing up to 1 m tall, with small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Vigna sahyadriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant. It is also used as a source of food, fuel, and fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vigna sahyadriana has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vigna sahyadriana can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Vigna sahyadriana

Vigna sahyadriana is native to India and can be found in the tropical rainforest regions of the country.

Vigna sahyadriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vigna sahyadriana?

Vigna sahyadriana

What is the family of Vigna sahyadriana?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Vigna sahyadriana?

None

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

Shrirang Ramchandra Yadav (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.R.Yadav' in the authors string.
K.V. Bhat: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.V.Bhat' in the authors string.
Makarand Mohanrao Aitawade (b.1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aitawade' in the authors string.