Vigna vexillata var. angustifolia
(Schum. & Thonn.) Baker
Wild cowpea
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Summary
Source: WikipediaVigna vexillata var. angustifolia, known as the wild cow pea is a small climbing plant. A variety of the widespread tropical plant Vigna vexillata, found in Australia.
Description
A bean family herb.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Africa, East Africa, Uganda,
Synonyms
Dolichos stenophyllus Gagnep.Phaseolus novo-guineensis Warb.Plectrotropis angustifolia Schum. & Thonn.Vigna angustifolia (Schum. & Thonn.) Hook. f.
Also Known As
Maruet
References (1)
- Goode, P., 1989, Edible Plants of Uganda. FAO p 30
