Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caroliniana
ID:
175014

Status:
valid

Authors:
Walter

Source:
ildis

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Fl. Carol.: 182 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174343

Common Names

  • Carolina Vetch
  • Wild Pea
  • Goat Vetch

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Synonyms

  • Vicia hugeri Small [valid]
  • Vicia craccoides Raf. [valid]
  • Vicia hexameri Alef. [valid]
  • Cracca caroliniana (Walter) Alef. [valid]
  • Ervum carolinianum (Walter) Stank. [valid]
  • Ervum hugeri (Small) Stank. [valid]
  • Vicia parviflora Michx. [illegitimate]

Description

Vicia caroliniana (also called Carolina Vetch, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has small, white flowers, and grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Vicia caroliniana is used as a cover crop and forage crop for livestock. It is also used to reduce soil erosion and improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vicia caroliniana has small, white flowers and small, black, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a short, thick stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vicia caroliniana is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun. It can be propagated by seed or by division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in late spring or early summer. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Vicia caroliniana

Vicia caroliniana is native to the eastern United States and can be found in open woodlands, prairies, and disturbed areas.

Vicia caroliniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vicia caroliniana?

Vicia caroliniana

What is the common name of Vicia caroliniana?

Carolina Vetch

What is the growth habit of Vicia caroliniana?

It is an annual herb with a prostrate growth habit.

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