Vicia sativa subsp. nigra
Narrow-leaf vetch
Vicia sativa subsp. nigra, commonly known as black vetch, is a versatile medicinal legume valued for its nutrient-dense properties. Traditionally used in herbal practices, it serves as a restorative tonic. Rich in essential amino acids and antioxidants, this plant offers therapeutic potential in supporting overall vitality and metabolic health.
- Scientific name: Vicia sativa subsp. nigra
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It falls under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, specifically within the family Fabaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Vicia, specifically as the subspecies nigra.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Vicia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Vicia sativa subsp. nigra, is recognized by various regional common names across different languages. In Korean, it is referred to as 살갈퀴, while in Japanese, it is called ヤハズエンドウ. In Norwegian, the species is known as sommervikke. Furthermore, in both Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese, it is identified by the name 救荒野豌豆.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ko | 살갈퀴 | Wikidata |
| ja | ヤハズエンドウ | Wikidata |
| zh | 救荒野豌豆 | Wikidata |
| nb | sommervikke | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 救荒野豌豆 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 救荒野豌豆 | Wikidata |
| en | narrow-leaf vetch | Wikidata |
| zh | 野豌豆 | Wikidata |
| zh | 西藏凹乳芹根 | Wikidata |
| zh | 窄叶野碗豆 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a distinct presence across several regions of Northern Europe. Its distribution can be observed in the coastal and inland areas of Denmark and Finland. It is also found growing within the Faroe Islands and the rugged landscapes of Iceland. Furthermore, the species is widely documented throughout Great Britain. Together, these locations define its primary geographical range in the northern latitudes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Føroyar | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Iceland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Svalbard | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
Chemicals
Vicia sativa subsp. nigra has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, flavonoids.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |