Mucuna revoluta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wilmot-Dear
Source:
ildis
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.47: 222 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000200505
Common Names
- Mucuna revoluta
- Revolute Velvet Bean
- Kudu Bean
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- Mucuna imbricata bispicata Gagnep. [valid]
- Mucuna interrupta Gagnep., p.p. [deprecated]
Description
Mucuna revoluta (also called Revolute 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 revoluta is used as a medicinal plant, as a fodder crop, and as a soil-binding plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Mucuna revoluta 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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Mucuna revoluta 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 revoluta
Mucuna revoluta is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and South America.
Mucuna revoluta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mucuna revoluta?
Mucuna revoluta
What is the common name of Mucuna revoluta?
Twisted Velvet Bean
What is the habitat of Mucuna revoluta?
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
Christine Melanie Wilmot-Dear (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wilmot-Dear' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Mucuna revoluta Wilmot-Dear: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.