Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pisiformis
ID:
214733

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 734 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000214062



Common Names

  • Vicia pisiformis
  • Pea-Shaped Vetch
  • Pea-Shaped Tuft Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Vicia ochroleuca Gilib. [invalid]
  • Ervum pisiforme (L.) Peterm. [valid]
  • Vicilla pisiformis (L.) Schur [valid]
  • Cracca pisiformis (L.) Opiz [valid]
  • Ervilia pisiformis (L.) Schur [valid]

Description

Vicia pisiformis (also called 'Pisiform Vetch', among many other common names) is a species of vetch native to Europe. It is an annual herb with a prostrate habit and grows to a height of around 30 cm. It has trifoliate leaves and small purple flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Vicia pisiformis is used as a forage crop and as a soil improver due to its nitrogen-fixing ability. It is also used for erosion control, as a cover crop, and as a bee forage crop.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Vicia ochroleuca sub. atlantica (Pomel) Quezel & Santa

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vicia pisiformis has small, yellow flowers with a purple-brown keel. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicia pisiformis is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and the plants should be spaced about 20 cm apart. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided into clumps of 3-5 plants and replanted in the desired location.

Where to Find Vicia pisiformis

Vicia pisiformis can be found in parts of Europe, including France, Germany, and the Netherlands.

Vicia pisiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicia pisiformis?

Vicia pisiformis

What is the common name of Vicia pisiformis?

Pisiform vetch

What is the family of Vicia pisiformis?

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

References