Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monosperma
ID:
201170

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC. ex Wight

Source:
ildis

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Bot. Misc.2: 346 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200499



Common Names

  • Mucuna monosperma
  • Single-Seed Mucuna
  • Single-Seed Velvet Bean


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Synonyms

  • Stizolobium monospermum Kuntze [valid]
  • Carpopogon monospermus Roxb. [unknown]
  • Mucuna anguina Wall. [invalid]
  • Stizolobium rugosum Moon [unknown]
  • Mucuna cristata Buch.-Ham. ex Wall. [invalid]
  • Mucuna corymbosa Graham [invalid]
  • Carpopogon anguineus Roxb. ex Baker [valid]
  • Mucuna monosperma (Roxb.) DC. [unknown]
  • Carpopogon monospermus (Roxb. ex Wight) Roxb. [unknown]

Description

Mucuna monosperma (also called One-seeded Velvet Bean, among many other common names) is an annual herb with pinnate leaves and small white flowers. It is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia and is found in moist, lowland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mucuna monosperma is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder crop, and as a soil-binding plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mucuna monosperma has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. Its seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mucuna monosperma can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the soil moist but not soggy and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Mucuna monosperma

Mucuna monosperma is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and South America.

Mucuna monosperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mucuna monosperma?

Mucuna monosperma

What is the common name of Mucuna monosperma?

Cowitch

What is the natural habitat of Mucuna monosperma?

Tropical forests and woodlands

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.