Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cuatrecasasii
ID:
744940

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hern.Cam. & C.Barbosa ex L.K.Ruíz

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Estud. Legum. Colomb.2: 393 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744273



Common Names

  • Mucuna Cuatrecasasii
  • Cuatrecasas' Mucuna
  • Cuatrecasas' Mucuna


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Description

Mucuna cuatrecasasii (also called 'Cuatrecasasii', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Colombia. It has long, narrow leaves and grows in wet and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mucuna cuatrecasasii is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mucuna cuatrecasasii is yellow and tubular, with a diameter of 1 cm. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mucuna cuatrecasasii is a perennial vine that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The vine should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Mucuna cuatrecasasii

Mucuna cuatrecasasii is native to South America and can be found in moist meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides.

Mucuna cuatrecasasii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mucuna cuatrecasasii?

Mucuna cuatrecasasii

What is the common name of Mucuna cuatrecasasii?

Cuatrecasas' mucuna

What is the natural habitat of Mucuna cuatrecasasii?

Grasslands and scrublands

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

César Barbosa (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Barbosa' in the authors string.
Jorge Hernández-Camacho (1935-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hern.Cam.' in the authors string.
Liz Karen Ruíz: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.K.Ruíz' in the authors string.