Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oligoplax
ID:
201172

Status:
valid

Authors:
Niyomdham & Wilmot-Dear

Source:
ildis

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.48: 29 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200501



Common Names

  • Mucuna oligoplax
  • Winged Bean
  • Bataw


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Description

Mucuna oligoplax (also called Few-leaved 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 oligoplax is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder crop, and as a soil-binding plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mucuna oligoplax 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 oligoplax 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 oligoplax

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

Mucuna oligoplax FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mucuna oligoplax?

Mucuna oligoplax

What is the common name of Mucuna oligoplax?

Slender Velvet Bean

What is the habitat of Mucuna oligoplax?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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

Chawalit Niyomdham (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Niyomdham' in the authors string.
Christine Melanie Wilmot-Dear (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilmot-Dear' in the authors string.