Mucuna sempervirens

Mucuna sempervirens with dark green leaves on thin climbing stems, close up plant detail shot
Mucuna sempervirens climbs with dense green foliage and thin vining stems in a thick tangle

Botanical name: Mucuna sempervirens

Family: Fabaceae

Subfamily: Faboideae

Origin: Indochina

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

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 flowersFlower color: Blue, lavender, purple
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
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This species is used medicinally and for paper-making, starch, and oil.

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