Vicia taipaica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.T.Fu
Source:
ildis
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
Fl. Tsinling.1(3): 448 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000191286
Common Names
- Taipa Vetch
- Taipa Vicia
- Taipa's Vetch
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vicia taipaica (also called Taipaica Vetch, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry and rocky habitats. It is an annual herb growing up to 50 cm tall with a few branches. Its leaves are pinnate, with up to 6 pairs of leaflets. Its flowers are purple, and its fruits are pods.
Uses & Benefits
Vicia taipaica is used as a forage crop, as a soil-improving crop, and as a green manure crop. It is also used to prevent soil erosion and to reduce weed growth.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vicia taipaica has small, purple flowers that are clustered together in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, dark brown, and flattened. The seedlings have two cotyledons, and the first true leaves are oval-shaped.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vicia taipaica is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking stem cuttings in the summer or by dividing the roots in the spring.
Where to Find Vicia taipaica
Vicia taipaica can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Vicia taipaica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vicia taipaica?
Vicia taipaica
What is the common name of Vicia taipaica?
Taipa vetch
What is the family of Vicia taipaica?
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
Kun Tsun Fu (b.1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.T.Fu' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Vicia taipaica K.T.Fu: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.