Mucuna pruriens is a tropical legume native to Africa and tropical Asia and widely naturalized and cultivated. Its English common names include monkey tamarind, velvet bean, Bengal velvet bean, Florida velvet bean, Mauritius velvet bean, Yokohama velvet bean, cowage, cowitch, lacuna bean, and Lyon bean. Velvet bean is an annual climbing shrub with long vines that can reach over 15 metres (50 ft) in length. It is ready for harvest within 170- 180 days. It can withstand drought and require minimal irrigation for cultivation. They are a rich source of proteins, lipids, minerals, and other nutrients. Many health benefits are associated with Velvet Beans. Its flowers, roots and seeds strengthen the nerves and also reduce constipation. It is also used as a medicine for stomach worm and stomach related diseases. Velvet bean has a benefits like Loaded With Nutrients, May Help Prevent Birth Defects, Contain Immune-Boosting Nutrients, Beneficial for Bone Health, May Improve High Blood Pressure, May Aid Weight Loss.