Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrograminea
ID:
169538

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burkart

Source:
ildis

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana14: 178 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168867

Common Names

  • Macrograminea Vetch
  • Vicia Macrograminea
  • Macrograminea Vetch

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Synonyms

  • Vicia montevidensis macrocarpa Chodat & Hassl. [valid]
  • Ervum macrogramineum (Burkart) Stank. [valid]

Description

Vicia macrograminea (also called Large-Leaved Vetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to western North America, and is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Vicia macrograminea is used as a source of forage for livestock and as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vicia macrograminea is a small, purple, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaflets and a taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicia macrograminea is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 m (20 ft) in height. It is native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sheltered spot. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Vicia macrograminea

Vicia macrograminea is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California.

Vicia macrograminea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicia macrograminea?

Vicia macrograminea

What is the common name of Vicia macrograminea?

Large-leaved Vetch

What is the family of Vicia macrograminea?

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