Vicia crocea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Authors:
(Desf.) Fritsch
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191336
Common Names
- Saffron vetch
- Saffron clover
- Saffron pea
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- Vicia aurantica (M.Bieb.) Boiss. [deprecated]
- Orobus aurantius M.Bieb. [unknown]
Description
Vicia crocea (also called Saffron Vetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry and rocky habitats. It is an annual herb growing up to 50 cm tall with a few branches. Its leaves are pinnate, with up to 6 pairs of leaflets. Its flowers are purple, and its fruits are pods.
Uses & Benefits
Vicia crocea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vicia crocea has small, purple flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown, and flattened. The seedlings have two cotyledons, and the first true leaves are oval-shaped.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vicia crocea is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be sown in the fall or spring. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Vicia crocea
Vicia crocea can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Vicia crocea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vicia crocea?
Vicia crocea
What is the common name of Vicia crocea?
Vicia
What is the family of Vicia crocea?
Fabaceae
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
References
Karl Fritsch (1864-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fritsch' in the authors string.
René Louiche Desfontaines (1750-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desf.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:524674-1: Based on the initial data import