Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nataliae
ID:
419541

Status:
valid

Authors:
U.Reifenb. & A.Reifenb.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Vieraea27: 115 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000418873



Common Names

  • Vicia nataliae
  • Natalia's Vetch
  • Vetchling


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Description

Vicia nataliae (also called Natalia's Vetch, among many other common names) is an annual plant that grows up to 0.3m tall. It is native to Europe, North Africa and temperate Asia and is found in grasslands, meadows, pastures and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vicia nataliae is used as a cover crop to reduce erosion, suppress weeds, and improve soil fertility. It is also used as a forage crop for livestock and as a green manure crop.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Vicia nataliae is a purple-blue pea-like flower with a white center. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened oval. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicia nataliae is a fast-growing annual plant that is easy to propagate from seed. Sow the seeds in a sunny location in well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and fertilize regularly. The plants will flower in the summer and can be harvested for their seeds in the fall.

Where to Find Vicia nataliae

Vicia nataliae is native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere and can be found in moist soils, such as wetlands.

Vicia nataliae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicia nataliae?

Vicia nataliae

What is the common name of Vicia nataliae?

Natalia's vetch

Where is Vicia nataliae found?

Vicia nataliae is found in Europe, North Africa and Asia.

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

Ursula Reifenberger: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'U.Reifenb.' in the authors string.
Adam Reifenberger: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Reifenb.' in the authors string.