Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tephrosioides
ID:
418604

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vogel

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Linnaea13: 32 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000417936



Common Names

  • Vicia tephrosioides
  • Tephrosia-like Vicia
  • Tephrosia-like Vicia


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Description

Vicia tephrosioides (also called Tephrosia Vicia, among many other common names) is an annual herb with trifoliate leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in open, disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Vicia tephrosioides is used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vicia tephrosioides has white flowers with yellow centers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicia tephrosioides is an annual legume that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a warm, moist soil and keep the soil moist until germination.

Where to Find Vicia tephrosioides

Vicia tephrosioides is native to Europe and can be found in temperate regions of the world.

Vicia tephrosioides FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Vicia tephrosioides?

Vicia tephrosioides is native to Europe, from Spain to Turkey.

What are the common uses of Vicia tephrosioides?

Vicia tephrosioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.

What are the characteristics of Vicia tephrosioides?

Vicia tephrosioides is a small shrub with small, white flowers and dark green leaves.

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