Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
galilaea
ID:
188197

Status:
valid

Authors:
Plitmann & Zohary

Source:
ildis

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Israel J. Bot.14: 91 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000187526

Common Names

  • Galilee Vetch
  • Galilee Vicia
  • Galilee Pea

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Synonyms

  • Vicia galilaea galilaea [unknown]
  • Vicia narbonensis faboidea (Plitmann & Zohary) Ponert [valid]
  • Vicia galilaea faboidea (Plitmann & Zohary) Schajer [valid]
  • Vicia galilaea faboidea Plitmann & Zohary [valid]
  • Vicia narbonensis galilaea (Plitmann & Zohary) Ponert [valid]
  • Vicia narbonensis pilosa Post [valid]

Description

Vicia galilaea (also called Galilean 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 galilaea 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 galilaea 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 galilaea 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 galilaea

Vicia galilaea can be found in the Mediterranean region of Israel.

Vicia galilaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicia galilaea?

Vicia galilaea

What are the common names of Vicia galilaea?

Galilee vetch

What is the habitat of Vicia galilaea?

It is found in dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas

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

Michael Zohary (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zohary' in the authors string.
Uzi Plitmann (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Plitmann' in the authors string.