Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subvillosa
ID:
189857

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ledeb.) Boiss.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient.2: 580 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000189186



Common Names

  • Vicia subvillosa
  • Subvillosa Vicia
  • Subvillose Vetch


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Synonyms

  • Orobus triflorus Stapf [valid]
  • Lathyrus subvillosus (Ledeb.) Aitch. & Hemsl. [valid]
  • Orobus subvillosus Ledeb. [valid]

Description

Vicia subvillosa (also called Downy Vetch, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe. It has trifoliate leaves and small, purple flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in temperate regions and grows in moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Vicia subvillosa is used as a food crop and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vicia subvillosa has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are thin and have a pale green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicia subvillosa is a fast-growing annual that is easy to cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can be propagated from seed. Sow the seeds directly in the garden in early spring and thin the seedlings to 12-18 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize as needed.

Where to Find Vicia subvillosa

Vicia subvillosa can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Vicia subvillosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicia subvillosa?

Vicia subvillosa

What is the common name of Vicia subvillosa?

Subvillosa

What type of plant is Vicia subvillosa?

Herbaceous perennial

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

Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich von Ledebour (1786-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ledeb.' in the authors string.