Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tapantiana
ID:
1325790

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.Zamora & T.M.Moura

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull.69(1)-9490: 1 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338244



Common Names

  • Mucuna tapantiana
  • Tapantiana Mucuna
  • Tapantiana Velvet Bean


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Description

Mucuna tapantiana (also called Tapantí Velvetbean, among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in moist, shady soils in open woodlands and disturbed areas. It has long, linear leaves and small, spike-like inflorescences with white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Mucuna tapantiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mucuna tapantiana has small, white flowers that are followed by small, yellow fruits. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mucuna tapantiana is a species of perennial vine native to the Himalayan region. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a seedbed and transplanted when the seedlings are large enough to handle. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Mucuna tapantiana

Mucuna tapantiana is found in the tropical forests of Central America.

Mucuna tapantiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mucuna tapantiana?

Mucuna tapantiana

Where is Mucuna tapantiana found?

Mucuna tapantiana is found in India.

What is the growth habit of Mucuna tapantiana?

Mucuna tapantiana is a small, perennial herb with a woody base.

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

Nelson A. Zamora (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Zamora' in the authors string.
Tânia Maria Moura (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.M.Moura' in the authors string.