Vicia sp.
Vetch, Vetch
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Family: Fabaceae · Type: Perennial · Variable; species dependent
Vicia sp. (Vetch) is a non-native California perennial in the Fabaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Lathyrus: Vicia style is round and hairy all around; Lathyrus style is flattened with hairs only on top.; vs Astragalus: Vicia has tendrils at leaf tips; Astragalus leaves end in a leaflet with no tendril.; vs Pisum: Vicia has many leaflets and tiny stipules; Pisum has 4-6 leaflets and giant stipules.; vs Salvia: Vicia has pea flowers and tendril-tipped leaves; Salvia has tubular two-lipped flowers and simple leaves.; vs Lupinus: Vicia has tendril-tipped pinnate leaves; Lupinus has palmate leaves radiating from one point.
Frequently asked questions
Is Vicia sp. native to California?
No. Vicia sp. is not native to California (recorded as variable; species dependent).
What plant family does Vicia sp. belong to?
Vicia sp. is in the Fabaceae family, genus Vicia.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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