Herb latin name: Vicia amoena


Family: Leguminosae



Edible parts of Vicia amoena:

Young leaves - cooked.

Description of the plant:



Plant:
Perennial


Height:
180 cm
(6 feet)

Habitat of the herb:

Thickets in lowlands and low mountains.

Propagation of Vicia amoena:

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

Cultivation of the herb:

Thickets in lowlands and low mountains.

Medicinal use of Vicia amoena:

None known

Known hazards of Vicia amoena:

None known

Plant information taken from the Plants For A Future.