Vicia hyaeniscyamus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mouterde
Source:
ildis
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France108: 314 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186340
Common Names
- Vicia hyaeniscyamus
- Hyaeniscyamus Vicia
- Hyaeniscyamus Hyena Vetch
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- Vicia hyaeniscyamnum Mouterde [unknown]
Description
Vicia hyaeniscyamus (also called Hyaeniscyamus Vicia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It grows in open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands. It has long, slender stems and small, yellow flowers with a red center.
Uses & Benefits
Vicia hyaeniscyamus is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Vicia hyaeniscyamus is a small, white to pink flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flat, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves, and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vicia hyaeniscyamus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It is usually propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil. The seedlings should be planted in a sunny location and kept well-watered. Pruning is recommended to maintain the desired shape and size.
Where to Find Vicia hyaeniscyamus
Vicia hyaeniscyamus can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Vicia hyaeniscyamus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vicia hyaeniscyamus?
Vicia hyaeniscyamus
What is the common name of Vicia hyaeniscyamus?
Hyaena Vetch
What is the natural habitat of Vicia hyaeniscyamus?
Grasslands and scrublands
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
Paul Mouterde (1892-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mouterde' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Vicia hyaeniscyamus Mouterde: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.