Mucuna pruriens var. utilis - Seeds
Mucuna pruriens - 8 seeds

Mucuna pruriens var. utilis - Seeds

Mucuna pruriens var. utilis

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Mucuna variety with vigorous growth and dense foliage, excellent for rapid ground coverage and nitrogen enrichment.

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Mucuna pruriens var. utilis is a variety of Mucuna pruriens valued for its fast growth and dense trifoliate foliage, providing effective cover for degraded soils or tropical gardens. Its pods are slightly longer and smoother than the base species, making seed collection easier. It produces violet to purple flowers similar to the main species, and its roots contribute significantly to soil fertility through nitrogen fixation. Ideal for erosion control, temporary shade, and ground cover in agroforestry systems. Requires warm climates and well-drained soils, with full sun or partial shade.

How to sow Mucuna pruriens var. utilis seeds

Seeds of this variety have a hard coat, so soaking them in lukewarm water for 24 hours before sowing is recommended. Sow in a light, well-drained substrate, keeping it consistently moist. Optimal germination temperature is 25-30 °C. Seeds generally germinate within 10-20 days. The plant grows rapidly and needs space to climb or cover ground.

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    Mucuna pruriens var. utilis
  • In stock
    2 Items

  • Family
    Fabaceae
  • Solar exposition
    Semisombra
    Sol
  • Watering
    Medium
  • Frost resistance
    Low
  • Planting time
    April
    June
    March
    May
  • Hardiness (USDA)
    10
    11
    9
  • Lifecycle
    Annual
    Perennial
  • Flower color
    Black
    Purple
  • Spacing
    1-2 m
  • Height
    3-6 m
  • Biodiversity
    Yes
  • Exotic
    Yes
  • Special treatment
    Direct sowing

Planting time

Ene Feb Mar Abr May Jun Jul Ago Sep Oct Nov Dic
Siembra recomendada Fuera de temporada

Data sheet

  • Family
    Fabaceae
  • Solar exposition
    Semisombra, Sol
  • Watering
    Medium
  • Frost resistance
    Low
  • Hardiness (USDA)
    10, 11, 9
  • Lifecycle
    Annual, Perennial
  • Flower color
    Black, Purple
  • Spacing
    1-2 m
  • Height
    3-6 m
  • Biodiversity
    Yes
  • Exotic
    Yes
  • Special treatment
    Direct sowing
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