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cow-itch

Mucuna pruriens

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (6 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (4 countries).

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Names in Other Languages

Portuguese café-berão

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of cow-itch?
The scientific name of cow-itch is Mucuna pruriens. It belongs to the genus Mucuna.
Where does cow-itch live?
cow-itch is found in Widely distributed across Africa (6 countries), North America (4 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (4 countries), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Australia, Bahamas, Brazil, Colombia, Comoros, Congo (DRC), Cuba, El Salvador, Fiji, Guatemala.
What family does cow-itch belong to?
cow-itch (Mucuna pruriens) belongs to the genus Mucuna, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.
What kingdom does cow-itch belong to?
cow-itch (Mucuna pruriens) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).
What are the closest relatives of cow-itch?
The closest relatives of cow-itch in the genus Mucuna include Hamburger Bean, New Guinea Creeper, Red Hamburger Bean, Flame of the Forest, Horse-eye Bean.

Native Range — 18 Countries

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