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Water regularly to maintain consistently moist soil, especially during active growth and flowering. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in cooler months if growth slows.
Also known as Horse-Eye Beans · Korean Magpie · Ox-Eye Bean
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Oxeye Bean (Mucuna urens) is a vigorous tropical vine known for its attractive, large, velvety seed pods and showy flowers, often used ornamentally.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
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Protect young plants from intense midday sun.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
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Water regularly during active growth.
Well-draining, fertile loam. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is preferred.
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Thrives in warm temperatures.
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Ideal range 20-30°C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
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Feed with balanced fertilizer during growing season.
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Avoid over-fertilizing.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly to maintain consistently moist soil, especially during active growth and flowering. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in cooler months if growth slows.
Prune to control size and shape, and to remove dead or damaged stems. Pinch back young plants to encourage bushier growth.
Heavy pruning can be done after flowering to manage vigorous growth and prepare for the next season.
Easily propagated from seeds, which should be scarified or soaked before sowing. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-hardwood in summer. Germination can be slow and erratic.
Young plants may need repotting annually into larger containers. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years, or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix and ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Oxeye Bean (Mucuna urens)
Where Oxeye Bean (Mucuna urens) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Mucuna |
| Species | Mucuna urens |
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