Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirtipetala
ID:
747427

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wilmot-Dear & R.Sha

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Fl. China10: 215 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746760



Common Names

  • Mucuna hirtipetala
  • Hairy-petal Velvet Bean
  • Hairy-petal Cowitch


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Description

Mucuna hirtipetala (also called Hairy-petaled Velvet Bean, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Mucuna hirtipetala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers are used to make herbal tea and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mucuna hirtipetala has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings have two pairs of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mucuna hirtipetala is a perennial climber native to India. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Mucuna hirtipetala

Mucuna hirtipetala is native to the Mediterranean region, including Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia. It can be found in open woodlands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Mucuna hirtipetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mucuna hirtipetala?

Mucuna hirtipetala

What is the common name of Mucuna hirtipetala?

Hairy-petaled Velvet Bean

Where is Mucuna hirtipetala found?

Mexico

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

Christine Melanie Wilmot-Dear (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilmot-Dear' in the authors string.
Ren Sha (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Sha' in the authors string.