winter vetch (Vicia villosa)
Hairy Vetch (Vicia villosa) is a fast-growing annual or biennial legume, widely used as a cover crop. It features hairy stems, pinnate leaves, and purple-blue flowers. Va
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Moderate watering, drought-tolerant once established.
Soil
Well-drained, moderately fertile loams
Temperature
Cool to moderate temperatures, tolerant of frost.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low nitrogen needs due to nitrogen fixation.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade.
Moderate watering, drought-tolerant once established.
Well-drained, moderately fertile loams
Cool to moderate temperatures, tolerant of frost.
Outdoor
Low nitrogen needs due to nitrogen fixation.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb, Vine
Plant Category
Flowering
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Plant Height
0.3-1.5 m
Spread
0.5-1.5 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Pinnately compound
Flower Size
1-2 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Weed Status
Yes
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderFabales
- familyFabaceae
- genusVicia
- speciesVicia villosa
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 7/5
Edible
No
Contains compounds that can cause Vetch toxicosis in livestock, particularly horses, cattle, and sheep, leading to dermatitis, neurological issues, and organ damage. Not typically a human poison risk.