Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
llanorum
ID:
1427477

Status:
valid

Authors:
Snak, Aymard & L.P.Queiroz

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Brittonia70: 235 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443642

Common Names

  • Canavalia llanorum
  • Canavalia gladiata
  • Canavalia ensiformis

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Description

Canavalia llanorum (also called Llanos jack bean, among many other common names) is a shrub species of the genus Canavalia in the family Fabaceae. It is native to Colombia, and is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests. It grows in moist habitats such as lowland forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Canavalia llanorum is used for erosion control, as an ornamental plant, and for making paper.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Canavalia llanorum is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is a small, hard, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small and have yellowish-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Canavalia llanorum is a fast-growing, annual vine that is easy to propagate from seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. Propagation is best done by direct sowing in the spring or summer. The seeds should be sown in a shallow furrow and lightly covered with soil. The seedlings will emerge in about two weeks.

Where to Find Canavalia llanorum

Canavalia llanorum is native to South America.

Canavalia llanorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Canavalia llanorum?

Canavalia llanorum

What is the common name of Canavalia llanorum?

Llanos Jackbean

What is the natural habitat of Canavalia llanorum?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Canavalia genus

Canavalia saueri, Canavalia acuminata, Canavalia altipendula, Canavalia bicarinata, Canavalia boliviana, Canavalia concinna, Canavalia dura, Canavalia eurycarpa, Canavalia glabra, Canavalia grandiflora, Canavalia hirsutissima, Canavalia mattogrossensis, Canavalia matudae, Canavalia microsperma, Canavalia nitida, Canavalia obidensis, Canavalia oxyphylla, Canavalia palmeri, Canavalia picta, Canavalia piperi, Canavalia sericophylla, Canavalia villosa, Canavalia galeata, Canavalia parviflora, Canavalia pubescens, Canavalia sericea, Canavalia dolichothyrsa, Canavalia kauaiensis, Canavalia molokaiensis, Canavalia napaliensis, Canavalia brasiliensis, Canavalia macropleura, Canavalia lineata, Canavalia septentrionalis, Canavalia papuana, Canavalia bonariensis, Canavalia cathartica, Canavalia ensiformis, Canavalia gladiata, Canavalia plagiosperma, Canavalia regalis, Canavalia rosea, Canavalia africana, Canavalia raiateensis, Canavalia madagascariensis, Canavalia gladiolata, Canavalia mollis, Canavalia aurita, Canavalia macrobotrys, Canavalia ramosii,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Luciano Paganucci de Queiroz (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.P.Queiroz' in the authors string.
Gerardo Antonio Aymard Corredor (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aymard' in the authors string.
Cristiane Snak (b.1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Snak' in the authors string.