Vicia macrocarpa — a medium houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Vicia macrocarpa

Vicia Macrocarpa

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A note from PlantMom

Large-seeded vetch is fairly disease-resistant and is generally not prone to illnesses. However, it can be vulnerable to pests and diseases present in its surroundings. These infections are usually mild. In terms of care, this plant requires a moderate level of maintenance. It should be pruned regularly to retain a good appearance and healthy growth. Fertilizing can also help encourage flowering. Large-seeded vetch is suitable for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or patio, and does not demand much gardening experience. It may need extra care when grown indoors.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Vicia Macrocarpa.

Light

Large-seeded vetch comes from bright, open habitats and performs best in full sun. It can withstand partial shade but prefers direct sunlight for optimal growth. This plant, which may be annual or biennial, is noted for its sun-loving habit.

Temperature

Large-seeded vetch can adjust to a broad range of temperature conditions, but its distribution may still be constrained by different combinations of water and heat conditions. It performs best in warm summer climates with sufficient rainfall or irrigation. Extended periods of cloudy, rainy weather or prolonged high temperatures increase the chance of Large-seeded vetch dying. In winter, adequate protection from cold can raise the plant's survival rate.

Fertilizer

Large-seeded vetch benefits from regular, light applications of fertilizer to encourage healthy leaf development. You should apply fertilizer to large-seeded vetch about once a month during the summer. Nitrogen is essential for foliage, and supplying nitrogen-rich sources helps large-seeded vetch prosper.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Annual
Genus
Vicia
Family
Fabaceae
Hardiness Zone
6-9
Mature Height
30 cm to 76 cm
Mature Spread
20 cm to 40 cm
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Flower Color
Purple, Violet
Flower Size
1.52 cm to 2.54 cm
Bloom Time
Mid spring, Late spring, Early summer
Planting Time
Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Summer
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Large-seeded Vetch
PLATES
Vicia macrocarpa leaf
PLATE 01 · leaf
Vicia macrocarpa leaf
PLATE 02 · leaf
Vicia macrocarpa flower
PLATE 03 · flower
Vicia macrocarpa flower
PLATE 04 · flower
Vicia macrocarpa fruit
PLATE 05 · fruit
Vicia macrocarpa fruit
PLATE 06 · fruit
ALSO IN THE LIBRARY

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