Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hatschbachii
ID:
418712

Status:
valid

Authors:
Burkart ex Vanni & D.B.Kurtz

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Hickenia3: 171 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000418044



Common Names

  • Vicia hatschbachii
  • Hatschbachii Vicia
  • Vicia


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Description

Vicia hatschbachii (also called Hatschbach's vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a sprawling habit and grows in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vicia hatschbachii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its diuretic, antiseptic, and astringent properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vicia hatschbachii is a small, yellow, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, black, flattened, and round seed. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicia hatschbachii is a fast-growing, annual vine that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to sow the seeds directly into the garden in the spring. The seeds should be planted about 1/2 inch deep and spaced about 8 inches apart. Once established, it will need regular watering and fertilizing. Propagation can be done by taking stem cuttings in the spring or summer and rooting them in moist soil.

Where to Find Vicia hatschbachii

Vicia hatschbachii is native to Brazil and can be found in moist areas.

Vicia hatschbachii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicia hatschbachii?

Vicia hatschbachii

What is the common name of Vicia hatschbachii?

Hatschbach's Vicia

What is the natural habitat of Vicia hatschbachii?

Grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands

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

Arturo Burkart (1906-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burkart' in the authors string.
Ricardo Oscar Vanni (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vanni' in the authors string.
Ditmar Bernardo Kurtz (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.B.Kurtz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:330036-2: Based on the initial data import