Herb latin name: Vicia amurensis


Family: Leguminosae



Edible parts of Vicia amurensis:

Young leaves - cooked.

Description of the plant:



Plant:
Perennial


Height:
150 cm
(5 feet)

Habitat of the herb:

Hills and low mountains in C. and S. Japan. Also found on forest edges.

Propagation of Vicia amurensis:

Pre-soak the seed for 24 hours in warm water and then sow in situ in spring or autumn. Division in the spring.

Cultivation of the herb:

Hills and low mountains in C. and S. Japan. Also found on forest edges.

Medicinal use of Vicia amurensis:

None known

Known hazards of Vicia amurensis:

None known

Plant information taken from the Plants For A Future.