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Tiny vetch

Vicia hirsuta

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (5 countries), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (15 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina, Chile, Ecuador).

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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 hirsuta (Tiny vetch)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish alverjón

French vesce hérisée

German Rauhhaarige Wicke

Portuguese cigerão

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tiny vetch?

The scientific name of Tiny vetch is Vicia hirsuta. It belongs to the genus Vicia.

What is the conservation status of Tiny vetch?

Tiny vetch (Vicia hirsuta) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Tiny vetch live?

Tiny vetch is found in Widely distributed across Africa (5 countries), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (15 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Argentina, Chile, Ecuador).. Countries include Angola, Argentina, Australia, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Comoros, Czech Republic.

What family does Tiny vetch belong to?

Tiny vetch (Vicia hirsuta) belongs to the genus Vicia, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.

Is Tiny vetch endangered?

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

What kingdom does Tiny vetch belong to?

Tiny vetch (Vicia hirsuta) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Tiny vetch?

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