American Vetch

Carried by 0 nurseries

Estimated plant range Estimated plant range

Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

American Vetch (Vicia americana var. americana) is a native perennial herb or vine that grows in northern, southern and central California. It tends to grow at elevations from 0-8000 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Perennial herb, Vine

Landscaping information

Sun

Partial Shade

Natural setting

Plant communities

Lodgepole Forest, Mixed Evergreen Forest, Red Fir Forest, Yellow Pine Forest

Wildlife supported

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 21 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Alternative names

Common names:

American Vetch

Botanical names:

Vicia americana var. americana

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