Vicia benghalensis
Algerian Vetch, Purple Vetch
Also known as: Cracca benghalensis (L.) Medik. +4 more
- Cracca benghalensis (L.) Medik.
- Vicia atropurpurea var. punicea Willk.
- Vicia atropurpurea var. sericea Willk.
- Vicia atropurpurea var. tenella Willk.
- Vicia lanata Vis., 1852
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Fabaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a climbing annual or perennial.
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Vicia benghalensis (commonly known as Algerian vetch or Purple Vetch) is an annual or perennial herbaceous plant within the Fabaceae family. It naturally occurs in Africa and Europe. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions. There are naturally occurring subspecies of this species, which are linked below.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Climber / Vine
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA, EUROPE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Macaronesia, Northern Africa, Southeastern Europe, Southwestern Europe
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Algeria, Azores, Baleares, Corse, France, Greece, Italy, Madeira, Morocco, Portugal, Sardegna, Sicilia, Spain, Tunisia, Western Sahara
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Austria, California, Canary Is., Cape Provinces, Chile Central, Chile North, Free State, Germany, Great Britain, Kenya, KwaZulu-Natal, Mexico Northwest, Northern Provinces, Palestine, Queensland, St.Helena, Uruguay, Western Australia
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