Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chiapaneca
ID:
1332361

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Sousa & T.M.Moura

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa246: 198 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344815



Common Names

  • Mucuna chiapaneca
  • Chiapaneca Mucuna
  • Chiapan Mucuna


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Description

Mucuna chiapaneca (also called Chiapas Velvet Bean, among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to Mexico. It grows up to 10 feet tall and has alternate leaves. It is found in wetland habitats, such as swamps, marshes, and along the banks of streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Mucuna chiapaneca has been used for medicinal purposes, such as for treating fever and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mucuna chiapaneca has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The flowers are followed by small, round, black seeds. Seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mucuna chiapaneca can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0 and should be grown in partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Mucuna chiapaneca

Mucuna chiapaneca is found in the tropical forests of Mexico.

Mucuna chiapaneca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mucuna chiapaneca?

Mucuna chiapaneca

What is the common name of Mucuna chiapaneca?

Chiapaneca Mucuna

What is the natural habitat of Mucuna chiapaneca?

Mucuna chiapaneca is native to the tropical forests of Central America

Species in the Mucuna genus

Mucuna argyrophylla, Mucuna holtonii, Mucuna rostrata, Mucuna urens, Mucuna elliptica, Mucuna mitis, Mucuna mollis, Mucuna mutisiana, Mucuna coriacea, Mucuna ferox, Mucuna flagellipes, Mucuna gigantea, Mucuna glabrialata, Mucuna melanocarpa, Mucuna poggei, Mucuna pesa, Mucuna pruriens, Mucuna sloanei, Mucuna stans, Mucuna urens, Mucuna killipiana, Mucuna sempervirens, Mucuna birdwoodiana, Mucuna macrocarpa, Mucuna diabolica, Mucuna reptans, Mucuna bodinieri, Mucuna membranacea, Mucuna pacifica, Mucuna novoguineensis, Mucuna platyphylla, Mucuna pallida, Mucuna warburgii, Mucuna humblotii, Mucuna manongarivensis, Mucuna paniculata, Mucuna championii, Mucuna interrupta, Mucuna macrobotrys, Mucuna hainanensis, Mucuna lamellata, Mucuna cyclocarpa, Mucuna calophylla, Mucuna bracteata, Mucuna gracilipes, Mucuna monosperma, Mucuna oligoplax, Mucuna revoluta, Mucuna stenoplax, Mucuna thailandica,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Mario Sousa (1940-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Sousa' in the authors string.
Tânia Maria Moura (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.M.Moura' in the authors string.