Bithynian Vetch

Vicia bithynica

Bithynian Vetch Vicia bithynica

TQ4792 01/07/2023 ©Raymond Small 

Named after Bithynia, an ancient kingdom located on the north coast of Anatolia in Turkey. In Britain, this plant is usually seen near the sea and not usually in large quantities. It occasionally turns up inland, possibly due to warmer climate. This climbing or scrambling annual has distinctive purple and white flowers measuring 16-20mm across. The pods, 20-30mm, contain 4-8 seeds. There are distinctive toothed stipules.

Bithynian Vetch Vicia bithynica

TQ4792 01/07/2023 ©Raymond Small 

Bithynian Vetch Vicia bithynica

TQ4792 01/07/2023 ©Raymond Small 

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