Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
triphylla
ID:
189993

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Wilczek) Verdc.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1970

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189322

Common Names

  • Vigna trilobata
  • Vigna triloba
  • Vigna trifolia

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Synonyms

  • Haydonia triphylla R.Wilczek [valid]

Description

Vigna triphylla (also called 'Three-Leaved Vigna', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is an annual herb with hairy stems and leaves, and small, yellow flowers. It is native to the Middle East and Mediterranean regions, and is found in dry, disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vigna triphylla 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 triphylla has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black bean. The seedlings are small, green, and have three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vigna triphylla 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 triphylla

Vigna triphylla is native to the eastern United States and can be found in moist, sandy soils in the Appalachian Mountains, Ozark Plateau, and Piedmont.

Vigna triphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vigna triphylla?

Vigna triphylla

What is the family of Vigna triphylla?

Fabaceae

Where is Vigna triphylla native to?

Afghanistan, Pakistan

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

Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.
Rudolf Wilczek (1903-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Wilczek' in the authors string.