Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
assyriaca
ID:
188187

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient.9: 123 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187516

Common Names

  • Vicia Assyrian Vetch
  • Syrian Vetch
  • Assyrian Vetch

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Synonyms

  • Vicia syriaca Weinm. [illegitimate]
  • Vicia brachyodonta Bornm. [valid]
  • Vicia hyrcanica assyriaca (Boiss.) Ponert [unknown]

Description

Vicia assyriaca (also called Assyrian vetch, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South-West Asia. It typically grows up to 5 meters in height and has yellow flowers with a red center. It is found in dry woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Vicia assyriaca is an ornamental plant that is often used in landscaping. Its wood is used for furniture and construction, and its bark is used to make rope and paper. Its leaves are used as fodder for livestock, and its flowers are used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vicia assyriaca has yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, bean-like pod. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicia assyriaca can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Vicia assyriaca

Vicia assyriaca is native to the Mediterranean region, from Turkey to Morocco.

Vicia assyriaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicia assyriaca?

Vicia assyriaca

What are the common uses of Vicia assyriaca?

The wood of Vicia assyriaca is used for construction, furniture, and fuel.

Where is Vicia assyriaca found?

Vicia assyriaca is found in Central and South America.

Species in the Vicia genus

Vicia hassei, Vicia lomensis, Vicia ocalensis, Vicia setifolia, Vicia epetiolaris, Vicia macrograminea, Vicia pampicola, Vicia acutifolia, Vicia americana, Vicia andicola, Vicia bijuga, Vicia caroliniana, Vicia humilis, Vicia leucophaea, Vicia linearifolia, Vicia magellanica, Vicia menziesii, Vicia minutiflora, Vicia montevidensis, Vicia nana, Vicia nigricans, Vicia pallida, Vicia pulchella, Vicia stenophylla, Vicia vicina, Vicia peruviana, Vicia andina, Vicia sessei, Vicia tetrasperma, Vicia graminea, Vicia balansae, Vicia michauxii, Vicia pseudo-orobus, Vicia hyrcanica, Vicia amurensis, Vicia splendens, Vicia alpestris, Vicia ciceroidea, Vicia multijuga, Vicia megalotropis, Vicia cassia, Vicia cypria, Vicia kalakhensis, Vicia eristalioides, Vicia mollis, Vicia hyaeniscyamus, Vicia johannis, Vicia parviflora, Vicia tenuissima, Vicia kotschyana,

Species in the Fabaceae family