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Bush Vetch

Vicia sepium

Least Concern

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The Bush Vetch (Vicia sepium) is a species in the genus Vicia. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Asia (Japan), Europe (8 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Fabales (Legumes & Allies)

Species

Vicia sepium (Bush Vetch)

Names in Other Languages

French vesce des haies

German Zaunwicke

Portuguese Ervilhaca-de-cerca

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bush Vetch?

The scientific name of Bush Vetch is Vicia sepium. It belongs to the genus Vicia.

What is the conservation status of Bush Vetch?

Bush Vetch (Vicia sepium) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Bush Vetch live?

Bush Vetch is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Japan), Europe (8 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Japan, Norway, Portugal, Russia, Sweden.

What family does Bush Vetch belong to?

Bush Vetch (Vicia sepium) belongs to the genus Vicia, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.

Is Bush Vetch endangered?

No, Bush Vetch (Vicia sepium) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Bush Vetch belong to?

Bush Vetch (Vicia sepium) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Bush Vetch?

The closest relatives of Bush Vetch in the genus Vicia include Barn vetch, Bell-Bean, Bird Vetch, Bithynian vetch, Bitter Vetch.