Common Vetch

Vicia sativa, commonly known as common vetch, is a versatile annual legume found across diverse habitats globally. Often cultivated for forage, cover cropping, and soil improvement, common vetch is prized for its nitrogen-fixing abilities and high protein content. With delicate tendrils and compound leaves, it produces clusters of small, vivid flowers ranging from purple to pink, adding a splash of color to fields and meadows. Common vetch is adaptable to a range of soil types and thrives in both full sun and partial shade. While it can become weedy if not managed, it offers benefits for soil health and biodiversity when cultivated mindfully.