Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudoelliptica
ID:
1327819

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.M.Moura, G.P.Lewis & A.M.G.Azevedo

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot.39: 891 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340273



Common Names

  • Mucuna pseudoelliptica
  • Pseudoelliptic velvet bean
  • Pseudoelliptic mucuna


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Description

Mucuna pseudoelliptica (also called False Elliptic Velvet Bean, among many other common names) is a species of legume in the family Fabaceae. It is a climbing vine, growing up to 10 meters long. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, from Mexico to Peru. It is found in moist, lowland habitats, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Mucuna pseudoelliptica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and it is also used in traditional Indian medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mucuna pseudoelliptica has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow and purple markings. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mucuna pseudoelliptica is a terrestrial plant that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be kept in a shady spot. Propagation can be done by division of the rhizomes or by cuttings of the leaves.

Where to Find Mucuna pseudoelliptica

Mucuna pseudoelliptica is found in the tropical forests of India.

Mucuna pseudoelliptica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mucuna pseudoelliptica?

Mucuna pseudoelliptica

What is the common name of Mucuna pseudoelliptica?

Pseudoelliptic Velvet Bean

What is the family of Mucuna pseudoelliptica?

Fabaceae

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

Gwilym Peter Lewis (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.P.Lewis' in the authors string.
Ana Maria Goulart de Azevedo (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.M.G.Azevedo' in the authors string.
Tânia Maria Moura (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.M.Moura' in the authors string.