Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hyrcanica
ID:
186758

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. & C.A.Mey.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (LE, Petropolitanus)2: 53 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000186087

Common Names

  • Vicia hyrcanica
  • Hyrcanian Vetch
  • Hyrcanica Vetch

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Synonyms

  • Vicia hyrcancia Fisch. & C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Vicia biebersteinii C.A.Mey. [illegitimate]
  • Vicia jaubertii Boiss. & Buhse [valid]
  • Hypechusa hyrcanica (Fisch. & C.A.Mey.) Alef. [valid]
  • Vicia formosa Schischk. [valid]
  • Hypechusa hircania (Fisch. & C.A.Mey.) Alef. [unknown]
  • Vicia hircania Fisch. & C.A.Mey. [unknown]

Description

Vicia hyrcanica (also called Hyrcanian Vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to East Asia. It grows in moist meadows, along stream banks, and in other wet areas. It has long, narrow leaves and produces small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Vicia hyrcanica is used for erosion control and as a windbreak. It is also used for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vicia hyrcanica has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. Seedlings are small, with light green leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicia hyrcanica is a perennial legume that is native to Iran. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9. It prefers well-drained, fertile soils and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light shade.

Where to Find Vicia hyrcanica

Vicia hyrcanica is native to Iran and can be found in nurseries and garden centers in the US.

Vicia hyrcanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicia hyrcanica?

Vicia hyrcanica

What is the common name of Vicia hyrcanica?

Hyrcanian Vetch

What are the uses of Vicia hyrcanica?

Vicia hyrcanica is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

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

Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.