Mucuna nigricans
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A climber.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, India, Northeastern India, Sikkim
How it is used for food
The seeds are roasted and eaten.
Edible parts
Seeds
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Dangyimrik, Kaoso, Kuzukaluk
Synonyms
Citta nigricans Lour.; Mucuna atropurpurea (uct. non (Roxb.) DC.; Mucuna gigantea var. nigricans (Lour.) DC.; Mucuna imbricata "Baker, p.p.A";