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Fodder Vetch

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.

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Fabales (Legumes & Allies)

Species

Vicia villosa (Fodder Vetch)

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 Fodder Vetch?

The scientific name of Fodder Vetch is Vicia villosa. It belongs to the genus Vicia.

What is the conservation status of Fodder Vetch?

Fodder Vetch (Vicia villosa) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Fodder Vetch live?

Fodder Vetch 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 Fodder Vetch belong to?

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

Is Fodder Vetch endangered?

Yes, Fodder Vetch (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 Fodder Vetch belong to?

Fodder Vetch (Vicia villosa) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Fodder Vetch?

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