Vicia sativa ssp. nigra

Fabaceae Family (Pea)

Distinguishing Characteristics

• Two (sometimes only one) flowers in the leaf axil.

Habitat(s)

• Grassland.

Additional Information

• Introduced. Native to Europe. Widespread spring weed throughout the United States.
   
• Flowering time: April - May.
   
• Additional images from CalPhotos.
   
• Treatment from Jepson Manual.