Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vicioides
ID:
199537

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou13: 69 (1840)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198866



Common Names

  • Hedysarum vicioides
  • False Hedysarum
  • False Pea


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Synonyms

  • Hedysarum alpinum vicioides (Turcz.) B.Fedtsch. [valid]

Description

Hedysarum vicioides (also called Vicia-like sweetvetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant, native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Hedysarum vicioides is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make a variety of products, including paper, fabric, and rope.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hedysarum vicioides sub. japonicum (B.Fedtsch.) B.H.Choi & H.Ohashi
Hedysarum vicioides sub. vicioides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Hedysarum vicioides has small yellow flowers with a white center. Seed: The seed of Hedysarum vicioides is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Hedysarum vicioides are small and have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedysarum vicioides can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Sow seeds in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Hedysarum vicioides

Hedysarum vicioides can be found in the temperate regions of East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea.

Hedysarum vicioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedysarum vicioides?

Hedysarum vicioides

What is the common name of Hedysarum vicioides?

Vicia-like vetch

What is the habitat of Hedysarum vicioides?

Dry grasslands, scrub, and open woodlands

Species in the Hedysarum genus

Hedysarum boreale, Hedysarum occidentale, Hedysarum sulphurescens, Hedysarum neglectum, Hedysarum sachalinense, Hedysarum denticulatum, Hedysarum caucasicum, Hedysarum polybotrys, Hedysarum branthii, Hedysarum astragaloides, Hedysarum atropatanum, Hedysarum bellevii, Hedysarum brahuicum, Hedysarum bucharicum, Hedysarum callithrix, Hedysarum criniferum, Hedysarum damghanicum, Hedysarum elymaiticum, Hedysarum falconeri, Hedysarum halophilum, Hedysarum hyrcanum, Hedysarum ibericum, Hedysarum kopetdaghi, Hedysarum kotschyi, Hedysarum lehmannianum, Hedysarum maitlandianum, Hedysarum mahrense, Hedysarum micropterum, Hedysarum minjanense, Hedysarum papillosum, Hedysarum plumosum, Hedysarum praticolum, Hedysarum renzii, Hedysarum sauzakense, Hedysarum sericatum, Hedysarum singarense, Hedysarum volkii, Hedysarum wakhanicum, Hedysarum cappadocicum, Hedysarum boveanum, Hedysarum argyrophyllum, Hedysarum algidum, Hedysarum brachypterum, Hedysarum campylocarpon, Hedysarum citrinum, Hedysarum dahuricum, Hedysarum dentatoalatum, Hedysarum ferganense, Hedysarum poncinsii, Hedysarum fistulosum,

Species in the Fabaceae family