Vicia vicina - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Clos
Source:
ildis
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
C.Gay, Fl. Chil.2: 138 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174360
Common Names
- Common Vetch
- Vicia Vetch
- Vicia Vicina
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vicia vicina (also called common 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 vicina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cover crop to help improve soil fertility and structure.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Vicia vicina are small and purple in color. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval in shape. The seedlings are slender, with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vicia vicina 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 vicina
Vicia vicina is native to Europe and parts of Asia, and can be found in meadows, pastures, and other grasslands.
Vicia vicina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vicia vicina?
Vicia vicina
What is the common name of Vicia vicina?
Close-Leaved Vetch
What is the habitat of Vicia vicina?
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
Dominique Clos (1821-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Clos' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Vicia vicina Clos: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.