Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
canescens
ID:
189843

Status:
valid

Authors:
Labill.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Syr.1: 17 (1791)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189172



Common Names

  • Vicia canescens
  • Canescens Vicia
  • Hoary Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Abacosa canescens (Labill.) Alef. [valid]

Description

Vicia canescens (also called 'Hoary Vetch', among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vicia canescens is used as a food crop and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Vicia canescens sub. canescens
Vicia canescens sub. serinica (R.Uechtr. & Huter) P.H.Davis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vicia canescens has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are thin and have a pale green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicia canescens is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Vicia canescens

Vicia canescens is found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Vicia canescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicia canescens?

Vicia canescens

What is the common name of Vicia canescens?

Canescens

What type of plant is Vicia canescens?

Herbaceous perennial

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