Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
207759

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind.1(1): 213 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207088

Common Names

  • Mucuna macrophylla
  • Big-Leaf Velvet Bean
  • Big-Leaf Mucuna

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Synonyms

  • Mucuna junghuhniana (Kuntze) Prain [valid]
  • Mucuna blumei Burck [valid]
  • Mucuna ovalis Baker f. [valid]
  • Mucuna tjerolang Blume ex Burck [valid]
  • Mucuna urentissima Blume ex Burck [invalid]
  • Stizolobium junghuhniana Kuntze [valid]
  • Stizolobium macrophyllum (Miq.) Kuntze [valid]

Description

Mucuna macrophylla (also called Large-Leaved Velvet Bean, among many other common names) is a perennial, climbing shrub native to tropical regions of the world. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and produces long, velvety pods containing edible seeds. It is found in tropical rainforests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mucuna macrophylla 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 macrophylla 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 macrophylla

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

Mucuna macrophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mucuna macrophylla?

Mucuna macrophylla

What is the common name of Mucuna macrophylla?

Mucuna

What is the natural habitat of Mucuna macrophylla?

Mucuna macrophylla is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.

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