Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pruriens
ID:
1062235

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
tro

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001061573

Common Names

  • Canavalia Pruriens
  • Beach Bean
  • Sea Bean

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Description

Canavalia pruriens (also called Jack Bean, among many other common names) is a climbing vine that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia and Australia, and is found in open woodlands, grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Canavalia pruriens is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, constipation, and other ailments. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Canavalia pruriens is a white to pale pink, pea-like flower with five petals, growing in clusters. The seed is a dark brown, flat, oval shape with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Canavalia pruriens is a fast-growing vine that can reach up to 20 meters in length. It is native to tropical America and is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is done by seed and cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Canavalia pruriens

Canavalia pruriens is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Chiapas.

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

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