Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monticola
ID:
1321090

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Zamora, T.M.Moura & A.M.G.Azevedo

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa60: 2 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333544



Common Names

  • Mucuna monticola
  • Monticola Mucuna
  • Monticola Mucuna


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Description

Mucuna monticola (also called Monticola Velvet Bean, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to South America and is found in tropical forests. It is a large, woody climber with purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Mucuna monticola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mucuna monticola has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green tube. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mucuna monticola is a tropical evergreen vine that is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It is a fast-growing vine that can reach up to 10 feet in length. It prefers full sun to partial shade and needs well-draining soil. Propagate by cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Mucuna monticola

Mucuna monticola can be found in the tropical rainforests of India.

Mucuna monticola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mucuna monticola?

Mucuna monticola

What is the common name of Mucuna monticola?

Monticola Mucuna

What is the natural habitat of Mucuna monticola?

It is found in tropical rainforests and cloud forests

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

Ana Maria Goulart de Azevedo (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.G.Azevedo' in the authors string.
Nelson A. Zamora (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Zamora' in the authors string.
Tânia Maria Moura (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.M.Moura' in the authors string.