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ervilhaca

Vicia villosa

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 9 distinct biome types. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (9 countries), Europe (16 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (4 countries). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

French vesce velue
German Zottige Wicke
Portuguese ervilhaca

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ervilhaca?
The scientific name of ervilhaca is Vicia villosa. It belongs to the genus Vicia.
What is the conservation status of ervilhaca?
ervilhaca (Vicia villosa) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does ervilhaca live?
ervilhaca is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa), Asia (9 countries), Europe (16 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (4 countries). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Belarus, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic.
What family does ervilhaca belong to?
ervilhaca (Vicia villosa) belongs to the genus Vicia, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.
Is ervilhaca endangered?
Yes, ervilhaca (Vicia villosa) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does ervilhaca belong to?
ervilhaca (Vicia villosa) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).
What are the closest relatives of ervilhaca?
The closest relatives of ervilhaca in the genus Vicia include cigerão, cisirão, ervilhaca, ervilhaca, Ervilhaca-de-cerca.

Native Range — 34 Countries

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