Status:
valid
Authors:
Wiriad.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Blumea61: 108 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346814
Common Names
- Mucuna Havilandii
- Havilandii Mucuna
- Haviland's Mucuna
Description
Mucuna havilandii (also called Haviland's velvet bean, among many other common names) is a perennial climbing plant native to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. It has trifoliate leaves and small white flowers. This plant is found in tropical rainforests and moist areas.
Uses & Benefits
Mucuna havilandii is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mucuna havilandii is a small, white, five-petalled flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mucuna havilandii is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Mucuna havilandii
Mucuna havilandii is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia.
Mucuna havilandii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mucuna havilandii?
Mucuna havilandii
What is the common name of Mucuna havilandii?
Haviland's Mucuna
What is the natural habitat of Mucuna havilandii?
Tropical forests of India
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