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Algerian vetch

Vicia benghalensis

Family: Fabaceae Genus: Vicia Species: benghalensis

Synonyms: Vicia atropurpurea var. tenella, Vicia atropurpurea var. sericea, Cracca benghalensis, Vicia atropurpurea var. punicea

Algerian vetch (en)
Vicia benghalensis — flower
Vicia benghalensis — flower

Botanical Description

Flower: Color: purple; Conspicuous

Foliage: Color: green; Texture: fine

Native Region: Algeria, Azores, Baleares, Corse, France, Greece, Italy, Madeira, Morocco, Portugal, Sardegna, Sicilia, Spain, Tunisia, Western Sahara

Chemistry & External Identifiers

Trefle ID
51474

Important Disclaimer

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