Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rosea
ID:
190529

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Prodr.2: 404 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189858

Common Names

  • Beach Bean
  • Bay Bean
  • Jack Bean

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Synonyms

  • Canavalia rutilans DC. [valid]
  • Canavalia apiculata Piper [valid]
  • Canavalia arenicola Piper [valid]
  • Canavalia baueriana Endl. [valid]
  • Canavalia emarginata (Jacq.) G.Don [valid]
  • Dolichos emarginatus Jacq. [valid]
  • Canavalia miniata (Kunth) DC. [valid]
  • Canavalia obcordata (Roxb.) Voigt [valid]
  • Dolichos littoralis Vell. [valid]
  • Dolichos maritimus Aubl. [valid]
  • Dolichos miniatus Kunth [valid]
  • Dolichos obovatus Schumach. & Thonn. [valid]
  • Dolichos obtusifolius Lam. [illegitimate]
  • Dolichos roseus Sw. [valid]
  • Dolichos rotundifolius Vahl [valid]
  • Canavalia podocarpa Dunn [valid]
  • Dolichos obcordatus Roxb. [valid]
  • Canavalia obtusifolia emarginata (Jacq.) DC. [deprecated]
  • Canavalia maritima Thouars [valid]
  • Canavalia obtusifolia DC. [valid]
  • Canavalia moneta Welw. [valid]
  • Mucuna rutilans DC. [valid]
  • Dolichos ovalifolius Schumach. & Thonn. [valid]
  • Clitoria rotundifolia Sessé & Moc. [valid]
  • Glycine rosea G.Forst. [valid]
  • Rhynchosia rosea DC. [valid]
  • Canavalia obtusifolia emarginatus (Jacq.) DC. [valid]

Description

Canavalia rosea (also called Rose-colored Jackbean, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions. It has long, hairy stems and small, pink flowers. It grows in sandy, coastal soils in beaches, dunes, and other coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Canavalia rosea is used as a food crop and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Canavalia rosea are small, white, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Canavalia rosea can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water once established.

Where to Find Canavalia rosea

Canavalia rosea is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from the southern United States to northern Argentina. It grows in a variety of habitats, including beaches, dunes, and disturbed areas.

Canavalia rosea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Canavalia rosea?

Canavalia rosea

What is the common name of Canavalia rosea?

Bay Bean

What is the natural habitat of Canavalia rosea?

Canavalia rosea is native to tropical regions of the world.

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.