Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hassei
ID:
166064

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts25: 129 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165393

Common Names

  • Hassei Vetch
  • Vicia Vetch
  • Common Vetch

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Synonyms

  • Vicia exigua californica Torr. [valid]
  • Vicia exigua hassei (S.Watson) Jeps. [valid]
  • Ervum hassei (S.Watson) Stank. [valid]

Description

Vicia hassei (also called Hasse's Vetch, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a prostrate habit. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Vicia hassei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Vicia hassei are white and have five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicia hassei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Vicia hassei

Vicia hassei is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the countries of Algeria, France, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Spain, and Tunisia.

Vicia hassei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicia hassei?

Vicia hassei

What is the common name of Vicia hassei?

Hass' Vetch

What is the family of Vicia hassei?

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