Vicia lomensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.F.Macbr.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1930
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser.8: 102 (1930)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000165395
Common Names
- Lomense Vetch
- Lomense Vicia
- Vicia Lomensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vicia lomensis (also called Lomas 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 lomensis 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 flower of Vicia lomensis is a small, purple pea flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, with two small cotyledons and two small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vicia lomensis 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 lomensis
Vicia lomensis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the countries of Algeria, France, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Spain, and Tunisia.
Vicia lomensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vicia lomensis?
Vicia lomensis
What is the common name of Vicia lomensis?
Lomas' Vetch
What is the family of Vicia lomensis?
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
James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Vicia lomensis J.F.Macbr.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.