Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
costata
ID:
191996

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ledeb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Fl. Ross.2: 7 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191325



Common Names

  • Costate Vetch
  • Vicia
  • Vicia Costata


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Synonyms

  • Vicia sinkiangensis H.W.Kung [valid]
  • Lathyrus spissus Stephan ex Ledeb. [invalid]
  • Ervum costatum (Ledeb.) Trautv. [valid]

Description

Vicia costata (also called Costate Vetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry and rocky habitats. It is an annual herb growing up to 50 cm tall with a few branches. Its leaves are pinnate, with up to 6 pairs of leaflets. Its flowers are purple, and its fruits are pods.

Uses & Benefits

Vicia costata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vicia costata has small, purple flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown, and flattened. The seedlings have two cotyledons, and the first true leaves are oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicia costata is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed and can be sown in the fall or spring. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Vicia costata

Vicia costata is found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Vicia costata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicia costata?

Vicia costata

What is the common name of Vicia costata?

Vicia

What is the family of Vicia costata?

Fabaceae

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