Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leucophaea
ID:
175018

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
ildis

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz.6: 217 (1881)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174347

Common Names

  • White Vetch
  • White Pea
  • White-flowered Vetch

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Synonyms

  • Vicia leucophaea mediocincta (S.Watson) Rose [valid]
  • Vicia mediocincta S.Watson [valid]
  • Ervum leucophaeum (Greene) Stank. [valid]

Description

Vicia leucophaea (also called White-flowered Vetch, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has small, white flowers, and grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Vicia leucophaea is used as a cover crop and forage crop for livestock. It is also used to reduce soil erosion and improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vicia leucophaea has violet-purple flowers with five petals and a long, curved style. The seeds are small, round and brown. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicia leucophaea is a hardy, annual plant that is native to Europe and Asia. It is a member of the legume family and can be grown from seed in early spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Vicia leucophaea

Vicia leucophaea is native to Europe and can be found in open grasslands and meadows.

Vicia leucophaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicia leucophaea?

Vicia leucophaea

What is the common name of Vicia leucophaea?

White-flowered Vetch

What is the growth habit of Vicia leucophaea?

It is an annual herb with a prostrate growth habit.

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