Vicia tenera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1835
Citation Micro:
J.F.Royle, Ill. Bot. Himal. Mts.: 200 (1835)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203373
Common Names
- Vicia tenera
- Tender Vetch
- Tender Vicia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Vicia tenera (also called 'Soft Vetch', among many other common names) is an annual herb, growing up to 40 cm tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in open woodlands and grasslands. Its leaves are trifoliate, with 3 leaflets. Its flowers are purple and appear in spring and summer.
Uses & Benefits
Vicia tenera is used as a source of firewood, as a windbreak, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vicia tenera has yellow, fluffy flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, compound leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vicia tenera is an annual plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in spring or summer and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Vicia tenera
Vicia tenera is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It is also cultivated as a forage crop.
Vicia tenera FAQ
What is the common name of Vicia tenera?
Vicia tenera is commonly known as Soft Vetch.
What is the growth habit of Vicia tenera?
Vicia tenera is an annual herb.
What is the scientific classification of Vicia tenera?
Vicia tenera belongs to the family Fabaceae and the genus Vicia.
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
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Vicia tenera Benth.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.