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Description
Vicia Unijuga, commonly known as one-sided vetch or one-flowered vetch, is a species of plant that belongs to the Fabaceae family. It is native to North America and can be found in various regions such as the Rocky Mountains, the Great Basin, and the Pacific Northwest. This plant is an annual or biennial species that can grow up to 3 feet tall. It produces small, white or pink flowers that bloom from May to August. The leaves are pinnately compound and consist of 5-12 oval-shaped leaflets. The fruit of the plant is a small pod that contains seeds.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Vicia |
Appearance
Vicia Unijuga is a slender, upright plant with a single stem. It has light green, pinnately compound leaves that are 0.5-2 inches long and consist of 5-12 oval-shaped leaflets. The flowers are small, white or pink, and have a characteristic one-sided cluster. Each flower consists of a five-lobed calyx, five petals, and ten stamens. The fruit is a small, flat pod that contains 1-2 seeds. The plant can grow up to 3 feet tall and has a spread of 1-2 feet.
Care Guide
Water: Vicia Unijuga prefers moderate watering. It should be watered regularly, but not excessively, to keep the soil moist.Fertilization: This plant does not require frequent fertilization. However, a balanced fertilizer can be applied once a month during the growing season.Soil: Vicia Unijuga prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. It can tolerate a wide range of soil types, but it grows best in loamy soil.Sunlight: This plant prefers full sun but can also tolerate partial shade.Hardiness Zones: Vicia Unijuga can grow in USDA hardiness zones 3-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Vicia Unijuga is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it may be susceptible to powdery mildew, leaf spot, and aphids. These can be controlled by spraying the plant with a fungicide or insecticide.
Habitat
Vicia Unijuga is native to North America and can be found in various regions such as the Rocky Mountains, the Great Basin, and the Pacific Northwest. It grows in open areas such as meadows, fields, and roadsides. It can also be found in disturbed areas such as gravel pits and abandoned fields.
Question and Answer
Q1: Is Vicia Unijuga an annual or perennial plant?
A1: Vicia Unijuga can be an annual or biennial plant.
Q2: What is the blooming season for Vicia Unijuga?
A2: Vicia Unijuga blooms from May to August.
Q3: What is the height range for Vicia Unijuga?
A3: Vicia Unijuga can grow up to 3 feet tall.
Q4: Where can Vicia Unijuga be found?
A4: Vicia Unijuga is native to North America and can be found in various regions such as the Rocky Mountains, the Great Basin, and the Pacific Northwest.
Related Plants
- Vicia Americana
- Vicia Cracca
- Vicia Faba
- Vicia Hirsuta
References
- USDA Plants Database: Vicia Unijuga
- Wildflowers of the Pacific Northwest: Vicia Unijuga
- Rocky Mountain Flora: Vicia Unijuga
