Bush Vetch (Vicia sepium)

Family: Fabaceae or Leguminosae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Vicia sepium is a PERENNIAL CLIMBER growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from June to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. The plant is self-fertile. It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Nuts/Seeds

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Seed - cooked. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Grassy places, hedges and thickets, avoiding acid soils. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)