Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
venulosa
ID:
190325

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1871

Citation Micro:
D.Oliver & auct. suc. (eds.), Fl. Trop. Afr.2: 203 (1871)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189654

Common Names

  • Venulose Vigna
  • Venulose Cowpea
  • Venulose Black-eyed Pea

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Synonyms

  • Vigna marchali A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Vigna marchalii A.Chev. [valid]
  • Vigna venulosa lathyroides A.Chev. [valid]

Description

Vigna venulosa (also called Veined Cowpea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It typically grows in dry and rocky habitats, and is characterized by its small, white flowers and hairy, grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Vigna venulosa is used as a medicinal herb to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold. It is also used as an astringent and diuretic. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues and to boost the immune system.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vigna venulosa has small, yellow flowers, with seeds that are small, black and oval. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vigna venulosa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be kept in full sun or partial shade and watered regularly.

Where to Find Vigna venulosa

Vigna venulosa is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas, open woodlands, and grassy slopes.

Vigna venulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vigna venulosa?

Vigna venulosa

What is the common name of Vigna venulosa?

Veined Cowpea

What is the habitat of Vigna venulosa?

It is found in dry, rocky or sandy soils in the western Mediterranean region.

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