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lavafield jackbean
Scientific Name: Canavalia pubescens
Family: Fabaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Vine, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Lavafield Jackbean (Canavalia pubescens)
The Lavafield Jackbean, scientifically known as Canavalia pubescens, is an uncommon plant found in specific environments. It's also known by the common name 'awikiwiki.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Canavalia pubescens Hook. & Arn.
- Synonyms: Canavalia forbesii
- Common Names: Lava-field Jack-bean, 'awikiwiki
- Genus: Canavalia
- Family: Fabaceae
Distribution and Habitat
- This plant is typically found in open, dry habitats such as lava fields and dry forests.
- It has been observed on East Maui, particularly on old lava flows.
- It also occurs in elevated lava fields on the Island of Hawaii.
Ecological Role
- It can be found in grassland and agricultural fields.
Interactions With Other Organisms
- S. canavaliae Lyon can cause leaf spots on jack bean (Canavalia ensiformis).
Further Information
- Most Recent Field Survey Date, Species of Common Conservation Concern in Plants, PDFAB0Q0N0.