Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sericophylla
ID:
207791

Status:
valid

Authors:
Perkins

Source:
ildis

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Fragm. Pl. Filip.: 6 (1851)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207120



Common Names

  • Mucuna sericophylla
  • Silky-Leaf Velvet Bean
  • Silky-Leaf Mucuna


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Synonyms

  • Mucuna luzoniensis Merr. [valid]
  • Stizolobium sericophyllum Piper [valid]
  • Mucuna pruriens sericophylla (Perkins) Wilmot-Dear [valid]

Description

Mucuna sericophylla (also called Silky 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 sericophylla 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 sericophylla 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 sericophylla 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 sericophylla

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

Mucuna sericophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mucuna sericophylla?

Mucuna sericophylla

What is the common name of Mucuna sericophylla?

silky velvet bean

Where does Mucuna sericophylla 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