Status:
valid
Authors:
Desv.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat. (Paris)9: 423 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000179119
Common Names
- Calopogonium mucunoides
- Mucunoides Calopogonium
- Mucuna Calopogonium
Synonyms
- Calopogonium flavidum Brandegee [valid]
- Calopogonium orthocarpum Urb. [valid]
- Calopogonium brachycarpum (Benth.) Benth. ex Hemsl. [valid]
- Stenolobium brachycarpum Benth. [valid]
- Glycine javanica sensu Backer, non L. [deprecated]
- Stenolobium brachycarpum brachystachyum Benth. [valid]
- Calopogonium brachycarpum brachystachya (Benth.) Hemsl. [unknown]
Description
Calopogonium mucunoides (also called Mucunoid Calopogonium, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It grows up to 8 meters tall and has compound leaves with 3-5 leaflets. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Calopogonium mucunoides is used for fodder, soil improvement, and as a green manure crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calopogonium mucunoides has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calopogonium mucunoides is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 5 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect sunlight.
Where to Find Calopogonium mucunoides
Calopogonium mucunoides is native to Africa and can be found in the countries of Angola, Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, and Uganda.
Calopogonium mucunoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Calopogonium mucunoides?
Calopogonium mucunoides
What type of plant is Calopogonium mucunoides?
A legume
Where is Calopogonium mucunoides native to?
Tropical regions of the Americas
Species in the Calopogonium genus
Calopogonium domingense,
Calopogonium lanceolatum,
Calopogonium racemosum,
Calopogonium sericeum,
Calopogonium velutinum,
Calopogonium galactioides,
Calopogonium caeruleum,
Calopogonium mucunoides,
Calopogonium galactoides,
Calopogonium caeruleum,
Species in the Fabaceae family