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Vicia sativa var. abyssinica

Family: Fabaceae


What it is like

A herb. Probably now Vicia sativa subsp. cordata

There are about 140 Vicia species. They are mostly temperate. Also as Papilionaceae.


Where it is found

A tropical plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, East Africa, Malawi


How it is used for food

Edible parts

Leaves


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Vicia abyssinica Alef.;