Overview
Velvet bean (Mucuna) is a natural source of levodopa. However, it is toxic to persons who have a rare genetic disorder called G6PD-deficiency.
Velvet bean (Mucuna) is a natural source of levodopa. However, it is toxic to persons who have a rare genetic disorder called G6PD-deficiency.
Family: Fabaceae
Standard Botanical Name: Mucuna pruriens
Standard Common Name: Velvet Bean
Author: (L.) DC.
References: [HoC2000, pg 99]
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