Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diplax
ID:
207744

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wilmot-Dear

Source:
ildis

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.46: 240 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207073



Common Names

  • Mucuna diplax
  • Double-Fold Velvet Bean
  • Double-Fold Mucuna


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Synonyms

  • Negretia urens Blanco [illegitimate]
  • Mucuna imbricata sensu Merr. [deprecated]
  • Mucuna nigricans sensu Merr. [deprecated]

Description

Mucuna diplax (also called Double Velvet Bean, among many other common names) is a perennial, climbing shrub native to tropical regions of the world. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and produces long, velvety pods containing edible seeds. It is found in tropical rainforests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mucuna diplax is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mucuna diplax has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mucuna diplax is a tropical evergreen vine that is native to India. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Once rooted, the plants should be transplanted into larger containers and kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Mucuna diplax

Mucuna diplax is found in tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa.

Mucuna diplax FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mucuna diplax?

Mucuna diplax

What is the common name of Mucuna diplax?

Double-leaved Velvet Bean

What is the natural habitat of Mucuna diplax?

Woodlands and open fields

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