Mucuna platyphylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
ildis
Year:
1854
Citation Micro:
U.S. Expl. Exped., Phan.1: 443 (1854)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192939
Common Names
- Mucuna platyphylla
- Broad-Leaved Velvet Bean
- Broad-Leaved Mucuna
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- Mucuna forbesii Baker f. [valid]
- Mucuna albertisi F.Muell. [valid]
- Mucuna platyphylla neocaledonica Baker f. [unknown]
- Mucuna ponapeana Hosok. [valid]
- Mucuna ceramensis Burck [valid]
- Mucuna schmutzii Wiriad. [valid]
- Stizolobium platyphyllum (A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]
Description
Mucuna platyphylla (also called Velvet bean, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a vine that grows up to 10 m long, with white flowers. It is native to tropical Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Mucuna platyphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mucuna platyphylla has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Mucuna platyphylla is a tropical legume that can be propagated through seeds. It prefers a warm, humid climate and does best in well-drained, fertile soil. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and requires regular watering. It can be propagated through cuttings or by layering.
Where to Find Mucuna platyphylla
Mucuna platyphylla can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Mucuna platyphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mucuna platyphylla?
Mucuna platyphylla
What type of plant is Mucuna platyphylla?
A shrub
Where is Mucuna platyphylla 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
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Mucuna platyphylla A.Gray: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.