Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subrotunda
ID:
191762

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maxim.) Czefr.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast.1964: 219 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191091

Common Names

  • Subrotund Vetch
  • Subrotund Vicia
  • Subrotund Tufted Vetch

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Synonyms

  • Orobus subrotundus (Maxim.) Stank. & Roskov [valid]
  • Lathyrus subrotundus Maxim. [valid]
  • Orobus subrotundus L. [unknown]

Description

Vicia subrotunda (also called Round-leaved Vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Vicia subrotunda is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vicia subrotunda has yellow flowers that are pea-like. The seeds are small, black, and slightly curved. The seedlings are small and thin with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicia subrotunda is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Sow the seeds in early spring, about 1/4 inch deep and 1 inch apart. Water regularly and thin the seedlings to 6 inches apart when they are 2 inches tall. Division can be done in early spring or fall. Dig up the clumps and divide them into smaller sections, making sure each section has some roots and shoots.

Where to Find Vicia subrotunda

Vicia subrotunda is native to Europe and Asia. It is found in open grasslands and meadows.

Vicia subrotunda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicia subrotunda?

Vicia subrotunda

What is the common name of Vicia subrotunda?

Subrounded Vetch

What is the native range of Vicia subrotunda?

Eastern Europe

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

Karl Maximovich (1827-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxim.' in the authors string.
Z.V. Czefranova (b.1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Czefr.' in the authors string.