Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zabelii
ID:
418869

Status:
valid

Authors:
Asch. & Graebn.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Syn. Mitteleur. Fl.6(2): 949 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000418201



Common Names

  • Zabel's Vetch
  • Zabel's Vicia
  • Zabel's Vetch-Vicia


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Description

Vicia zabelii (also called Zabel's Vetch, among many other common names) is an annual legume native to Europe and Asia. It grows in sandy soils, such as beaches and dunes, and is often found in coastal areas. It has small, oval leaves and small, purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Vicia zabelii is used as a fodder crop, as a green manure crop, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vicia zabelii has small, purple flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicia zabelii is a hardy, perennial legume native to Europe. It is easily propagated by seed and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun and should be grown in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Vicia zabelii

Vicia zabelii is native to Europe and Asia. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.

Vicia zabelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicia zabelii?

Vicia zabelii

What is the common name of Vicia zabelii?

Zabel's Vetch

What is the family of Vicia zabelii?

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

Paul Graebner (1871-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Graebn.' in the authors string.
Paul Friedrich August Ascherson (1834-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Asch.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:525269-1: Based on the initial data import