Vicia menziesii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Spreng.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1826
Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. ed. 16, 3: 267 (1826)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174350
Common Names
- Menzies Vetch
- Menzies Pea
- Menzies Tare
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- Vicia grandiflora Sm. [illegitimate]
Description
Vicia menziesii (also called Menzies' 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 menziesii 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 menziesii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vicia menziesii 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 menziesii
Vicia menziesii is native to North America and can be found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands. It is an annual plant and can be found in Canada and the United States.
Vicia menziesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vicia menziesii?
Vicia menziesii
What is the common name of Vicia menziesii?
Menzies' Vetch
What is the growth habit of Vicia menziesii?
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
References
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Vicia menziesii Spreng.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.