Macroptilium atropurpureum
Family Fabaceae
Species Profile
| Species classification | Naturalised |
| Common names | Atro, Atro Siratro, Cowpea, Macroptilium, Phasey Bean, Purple Bean, Purple Bean, Siratro |
| Synonyms | Phaseolus atropurpureus DC. |
| Longevity | Perennial |
| Growth form | Vine/scrambler/climber |
| Seed dispersal morphology | Ballistic |
| Maximum height (m) | 5 |
| Capable of vegetative reproduction | No |
| Native range | Central America, North America, South America |
| Exotic range (Australia) | NSW, NT, QLD, WA, Christmas Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands, Norfolk Island |
| Exotic range (other) | Asia, North America, Oceania, Pacific Ocean Islands, Indian Ocean Islands |
| Habitat types (exotic) | Agricultural land, Bushland, Coastal vegetation/sand dunes, Disturbed areas (including trails), Pastures, Riparian systems, Roadsides, Urban areas, gardens and parks, Wastelands |
| Soil type (exotic) | Information unavailable |
| Decade of introduction | 1890 |
Rating [?]
| Climate scenario | Australia | ACT | NSW | NT | QLD | SA | TAS | VIC | WA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current climate | 44 | 20 | 34 | 48 | 48 | 28 | 22 | 22 | 44 |
| RCP 8.5 2035 | 44 | 20 | 34 | 48 | 44 | 28 | 22 | 22 | 44 |
| RCP 8.5 2065 | 40 | 20 | 34 | 48 | 42 | 28 | 22 | 22 | 44 |
Maps of Habitat Suitability & Recorded Occurrences
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Current suitable habitat
2035 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
2065 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
Recorded occurrences
(Australia)
Recorded occurrences
(global)
Images
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Further Information
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