Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
scandens
ID:
184423

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Endl.) Verdc.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Taxon17: 539 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000183752



Common Names

  • Climbing Bean
  • Winged Bean
  • Goa Bean


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Synonyms

  • Psophocarpus longepedunculatus Hassk. [valid]
  • Psophocarpus golungensis Welw. ex Romariz [valid]
  • Diesingia scandens Endl. [valid]
  • Psophocarpus tetragonolobus sensu auct., p.p. [deprecated]
  • Mucuna comorensis Vatke [valid]
  • Psophocarpus comorensis (Vatke) Baill. [valid]
  • Psophocarpus longipedunculatus Hassk. [unknown]
  • Dolichos suffultus Graham [valid]
  • Psophocarpus mabala Welw. [valid]
  • Stizolobium comorense (Vatke) Piper [valid]
  • Dolichos subaequalis Graham [invalid]
  • Psophocarpus longepedunculatus barteri Baker [valid]

Description

Psophocarpus scandens (also called 'Climbing Vetch', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is a climbing annual herb, with tendrils and small, white flowers. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in wet, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Psophocarpus scandens is a fast-growing, nitrogen-fixing tree that is often used as a shade tree and for erosion control. It is also used as a source of firewood, timber, and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Psophocarpus scandens has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psophocarpus scandens is a hardy annual vine that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Sow the seeds directly in the garden in early spring, or start them indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Plant the seedlings outdoors after the last frost. It will self-seed and may become invasive.

Where to Find Psophocarpus scandens

Psophocarpus scandens can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Psophocarpus scandens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psophocarpus scandens?

Psophocarpus scandens

What is the common name of Psophocarpus scandens?

Climbing Bean

What is the natural habitat of Psophocarpus scandens?

It is native to tropical Africa

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Stephan Endlicher (1804-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Endl.' in the authors string.
Bernard Verdcourt (1925-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Verdc.' in the authors string.