Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trilobata
ID:
189960

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Verdc.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Taxon17: 172 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189289

Common Names

  • Vigna trilobata
  • Trilobata Vigna
  • Trilobed Vigna

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Synonyms

  • Phaseolus trilobatus (L.) Schreb. [valid]
  • Dolichos trilobatus L. [valid]
  • Vigna trilobata trilobata [unknown]
  • Phaseolus trilobatus (L.) Baill. [unknown]

Description

Vigna trilobata (also called Trilobed 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 trilobata 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 trilobata 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 trilobata 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 trilobata

Vigna trilobata is native to India and is found in the states of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Orissa, and West Bengal.

Vigna trilobata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vigna trilobata?

Vigna trilobata

What are the common names of Vigna trilobata?

Three-lobed cowpea

What is the origin of Vigna trilobata?

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.