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Bambarra

Vigna subterranea

Not Evaluated
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The Bambara Groundnut (Vigna subterranea) is a species in the genus Vigna. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions. Like other members of its genus, this species plays a role in its native ecosystem.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Found across Africa (5 countries) and Europe (Sweden).

🇸🇨 Seychelles 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇬🇳 Guinea 🇦🇴 Angola 🇨🇩 Congo (DRC) 🇹🇩 Chad

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Bambarra
French Pois bambara
German Bambaraerdnuß
Portuguese Jinguba-de-Cabambe

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chiclayo
Vigna unguiculata
Not Evaluated
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frijol-adzuki
Vigna angularis
Least Concern
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Frijol Cimarrón
Vigna luteola
Least Concern
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frijol de arroz
Vigna umbellata
Not Evaluated
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Dew Bean
Vigna aconitifolia
Data Deficient
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Zombi pea
Vigna vexillata
Not Evaluated
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Mung-bean
Vigna radiata
Not Evaluated
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Creeping Vigna
Vigna parkeri
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bambarra?
The scientific name of Bambarra is Vigna subterranea. It belongs to the genus Vigna.
Where does Bambarra live?
Bambarra is found in Found across Africa (5 countries) and Europe (Sweden).. Countries include Angola, Chad, Congo (DRC), Guinea, Seychelles, Sweden.
What family does Bambarra belong to?
Bambarra (Vigna subterranea) belongs to the genus Vigna, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.
What kingdom does Bambarra belong to?
Bambarra (Vigna subterranea) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).
What are the closest relatives of Bambarra?
The closest relatives of Bambarra in the genus Vigna include chiclayo, frijol-adzuki, Frijol Cimarrón, frijol de arroz, Zombi pea.

Native Range — 6 Countries

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Genus Vigna — 14 Species

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Bambarra
Vigna subterranea
NE
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chiclayo
Vigna unguiculata
NE 🐾
frijol-adzuki
Vigna angularis
LC 🐾
Frijol Cimarrón
Vigna luteola
LC 🐾
frijol de arroz
Vigna umbellata
NE 🐾
Zombi pea
Vigna vexillata
NE 🐾
Mung-bean
Vigna radiata
NE 🐾
Creeping Vigna
Vigna parkeri
LC 🐾
Tsarkiyan zomo
Vigna ambacensis
LC 🐾
Dune-bean
Vigna marina
LC 🐾
Beans not eaten
Vigna racemosa
LC 🐾
Black gram
Vigna mungo
NE 🐾
Fula-pulaar
Vigna multinervis
LC 🐾
Dew Bean
Vigna aconitifolia
DD
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