Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bifolia
ID:
193116

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nakai

Source:
ildis

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo)37: 15 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192445



Common Names

  • Vicia Bifolia
  • Vicia Bifolia
  • Two-Leaved Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Vicia bracteata (Franch. & Sav.) Koidz. [valid]
  • Vicia fauriei unijuga Matsum. [valid]
  • Vicia unijuga bracteata Franch. & Sav. [valid]

Description

Vicia bifolia (also called Two-Leaved Vetch, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to India. It has trifoliate leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open woods, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Vicia bifolia is used as an ornamental plant and for timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vicia bifolia is a white to pale pink color and has five petals. Its seed is an oblong shape and is brown in color. The seedlings are thin and have a yellowish-green hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicia bifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 3 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, although cuttings can also be used. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Vicia bifolia

Vicia bifolia can be found in the grasslands of East Africa.

Vicia bifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicia bifolia?

Vicia bifolia

What is the common name of Vicia bifolia?

Two-Leaved Vetch

What is the native range of Vicia bifolia?

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