Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schlechteri
ID:
207799

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
ildis

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem7: 373 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207128



Common Names

  • Mucuna schlechteri
  • Schlechter's Velvet Bean
  • Schlechter's Mucuna


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Synonyms

  • Mucuna lane-poolei Summerh. [valid]

Description

Mucuna schlechteri (also called Schlechter's Velvet Bean, among many other common names) is a perennial climbing shrub with yellow flowers and long, flat pods. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas, and is found in open woodlands and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Mucuna schlechteri has been used as an ornamental plant, as a cover crop, and as a source of forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mucuna schlechteri is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a dark brown, oval-shaped bean. The seedlings are light green with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mucuna schlechteri is a fast-growing, evergreen vine that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Germination can take up to two weeks. Once established, the plants can be divided in spring.

Where to Find Mucuna schlechteri

Mucuna schlechteri is found in the Philippines, in Mindanao and Palawan.

Mucuna schlechteri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mucuna schlechteri?

Mucuna schlechteri

What is the common name of Mucuna schlechteri?

Schlechter's velvet bean

Where does Mucuna schlechteri grow?

tropical regions

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