Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
207729

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ildis

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
J.D.Hooker, Fl. Brit. India2: 185 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207058

Common Names

  • Mucuna acuminata
  • Acuminate Velvet Bean
  • Acuminate Mucuna

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Synonyms

  • Mucuna lucidula Burck [valid]

Description

Mucuna acuminata (also called Mucuna acuminata, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to India and Southeast Asia and is found in open forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mucuna acuminata is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mucuna acuminata has small, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mucuna acuminata is a tropical evergreen vine that is native to India. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Once rooted, the plants should be transplanted into larger containers and kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Mucuna acuminata

Mucuna acuminata is found in tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa.

Mucuna acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mucuna acuminata?

Mucuna acuminata

What is the common name of Mucuna acuminata?

Acuminate Velvet Bean

What is the natural habitat of Mucuna acuminata?

Woodlands and open fields

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