Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
raynaudii
ID:
423187

Status:
valid

Authors:
Coulot & Dobignard

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Soc. Bot. France28: 88 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422519



Common Names

  • Raynaud's Vicia
  • Raynaud's Vetch
  • Raynaud's Pea


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Description

Vicia raynaudii (also called Raynaud's Vetch, among many other common names) is a perennial legume native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry, rocky soils and is typically found in open woodlands and grasslands. It grows to a height of 0.5 to 1 meter and has small, purple flowers and small, black fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Vicia raynaudii is used as a food source and as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vicia raynaudii has small, blue-violet flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with thin, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicia raynaudii is a perennial legume native to the southeastern United States. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in the fall or early spring. Division should be done in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Vicia raynaudii

Vicia raynaudii is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sunny areas, such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Vicia raynaudii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicia raynaudii?

Vicia raynaudii

What is the common name of Vicia raynaudii?

Raynaud's Vetch

What is the natural habitat of Vicia raynaudii?

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

Alain Dobignard (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dobignard' in the authors string.
Pierre Coulot: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coulot' in the authors string.