Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kokanica
ID:
191770

Status:
valid

Authors:
Regel & Schmalh.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Izv. Imp. Obshch. Lyubit. Estestv. Moskovsk. Univ.34(2): 20 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191099



Common Names

  • Kokan Vetch
  • Vicia kokanica
  • Kokanica Vetch


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Description

Vicia kokanica (also called Kokan Vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Vicia kokanica is used as an ornamental plant, as a fodder crop for livestock, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vicia kokanica has yellow flowers that are pea-like. The seeds are small, black, and slightly curved. The seedlings are small and thin with two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicia kokanica is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Sow the seeds in early spring, about 1/4 inch deep and 1 inch apart. Water regularly and thin the seedlings to 6 inches apart when they are 2 inches tall. Division can be done in early spring or fall. Dig up the clumps and divide them into smaller sections, making sure each section has some roots and shoots.

Where to Find Vicia kokanica

Vicia kokanica is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Vicia kokanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicia kokanica?

Vicia kokanica

What is the common name of Vicia kokanica?

Kokan Vetch

What is the native range of Vicia kokanica?

Eastern 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

Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Johannes Theodor Schmalhausen (1849-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schmalh.' in the authors string.