Mucuna nigricans (Black Jade Vine)

Mucuna nigricans (Black Jade Vine) dark purple flower cluster in a close up view.
Mucuna nigricans (Black Jade Vine) cluster of deep purple flowers hanging from a thick green vine.

Botanical name: Mucuna nigricans

Common name: Black Jade Vine

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Faboideae

Origin: Eastern Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 10-11

Vine or creeper plantPlant form: Climbing or creeping vine
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Blue, lavender, purple flowersUnusual colorFlower color: Blue, lavender, purple; unusual color
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing

Related to red Jade vine (Mucuna bennettii).The dark violet blooms appear closely pushed together in grape like clusters, up to 1 ft long and 6" in diameter. Very vigorous woody tree creeper - during warmer weather this vine can grow 2 feet or more a week. Cold hardy in Florida to at least zone 9b.

Similar plants: Mucuna nigricans (Black Jade Vine)



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