Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subterranea
ID:
189926

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Verdc.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.35: 474 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189255

Common Names

  • Vigna subterranea
  • Subterranea Vigna
  • Subterranean Vigna

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Synonyms

  • Voandzeia subterranea (L.) Thouars [valid]
  • Voandzeia subterranea (L.) DC. [unknown]
  • Glycine subterranea L. [valid]
  • Tetrodea subterranea (L.) Raf. [valid]
  • Arachidna trifolia Adans. ex A.Chev. [valid]
  • Arachis africana Burm.f. [valid]
  • Cryptolobus africanus Spreng. [valid]
  • Cryptolobus subterraneus (L.) Spreng. [valid]
  • Geolobus flavus Raf. [valid]
  • Voandzeia subterranea spontanea (Harms) Hepper [unknown]
  • Voandzeia subterranea spontanea Harms [unknown]
  • Vigna subterranea spontanea (Harms) Pasquet [valid]

Description

Vigna subterranea (also called Subterranean 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 subterranea 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 subterranea 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 subterranea is a perennial vine that is native to tropical Africa. It is typically propagated by seed, but can also be propagated through cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought, but will need regular watering during dry periods. It can be pruned to keep it from becoming too large.

Where to Find Vigna subterranea

Vigna subterranea is found in tropical Africa.

Vigna subterranea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vigna subterranea?

Vigna subterranea

What are the common names of Vigna subterranea?

Subterranean cowpea

What is the origin of Vigna subterranea?

East 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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.