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Mung-bean

Vigna radiata

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (7 countries), Asia (Japan), Europe (5 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Tonga), and South America (Brazil).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)

Species

Vigna radiata (Mung-bean)

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese feijão-da-china

Hindi Mung

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mung-bean?

The scientific name of Mung-bean is Vigna radiata. It belongs to the genus Vigna.

Where does Mung-bean live?

Mung-bean is found in Widely distributed across Africa (7 countries), Asia (Japan), Europe (5 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Tonga), and South America (Brazil).. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Chad, Comoros, Congo (DRC), France, Guinea, Japan.

What family does Mung-bean belong to?

Mung-bean (Vigna radiata) belongs to the genus Vigna, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.

What kingdom does Mung-bean belong to?

Mung-bean (Vigna radiata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of Mung-bean?

The closest relatives of Mung-bean in the genus Vigna include Bin Jiang Dou, Chang Ye Jiang Dou, Beans not eaten, Black gram, Fula-pulaar.