Mucuna imbricata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
DC. ex Baker
Source:
ildis
Year:
1876
Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India [J. D. Hooker] 2(pt. 4): 185. 1876 [May 1876]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203930
Common Names
- Mucuna imbricata
- Imbricate Mucuna
- Imbricate Velvet Bean
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Mucuna imbricata (also called imbricated mucuna, among many other common names) is an erect, branched, annual herb with a height of up to 1.5 m. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines, and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Mucuna imbricata is used as a fodder crop, for green manure, and as a soil conditioner.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Mucuna imbricata are small and purple, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Mucuna imbricata is a fast-growing, perennial vine that can reach up to 20 feet in length. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be soaked in water for 24 hours before planting.
Where to Find Mucuna imbricata
Mucuna imbricata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South Asia. It is found in a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, grasslands, and forests.
Mucuna imbricata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mucuna imbricata?
Mucuna imbricata
What are the common names of Mucuna imbricata?
Imbricated velvet bean, Imbricated bush bean
Where is Mucuna imbricata native to?
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
References
The Plant List v1.1 record ild-50249: Based on the initial data import
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.