Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nigricans
ID:
175025

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy.: 20 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174354

Common Names

  • Black Vetch
  • Black Tare
  • Nigricans Vetch

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Synonyms

  • Vicia nigricans nigricans [unknown]
  • Vicia coxii F.Phil. [deprecated]
  • Vicia leyboldii Phil. [unknown]
  • Ervum nigricans (Hook. & Arn.) Alef. [illegitimate]

Description

Vicia nigricans (also called black vetch, among many other common names) is an annual plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Europe and Asia and typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has a slender stem and pinnate leaves with one to four pairs of leaflets. Its flowers are purple and its fruits are pods.

Uses & Benefits

Vicia nigricans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a green manure crop, as it helps to improve soil fertility and structure.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Vicia nigricans var. nigricans
Vicia nigricans var. gigantea (Hook.) Broich

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vicia nigricans 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 nigricans 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 nigricans

Vicia nigricans 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 nigricans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicia nigricans?

Vicia nigricans

What is the common name of Vicia nigricans?

Black Vetch

What is the habitat of Vicia nigricans?

It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides

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

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.