Slender tare (Vicia parviflora, Anales Ci. Nat. 4: 73 (1801))

Family: Fabaceae

Author: Cav.

Bibliography: Anales Ci. Nat. 4: 73 (1801)

Year: 1801

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Vicia

Vegetable: Unknown

Observations: Canary Is., Madeira, Medit.

Description

Slender tare, scientifically known as Vicia parviflora, is a fascinating and delicate flowering plant that belongs to the Fabaceae family. This species was first described in 1801 by the esteemed botanist Cav., an acknowledgment of its long-standing history within the botanical discipline.

This particular plant is renowned for its presence across a variety of geographically distinct locations, including the Canary Islands, Madeira, and the Mediterranean region. These varied locales showcase the plant’s adaptability and resilience in different climates and environments, from the sun-drenched islands to the extensive Mediterranean basin.

Vicia parviflora is characterized by its slender and elegant form, bearing small, fine flowers that add a touch of subtle beauty to its natural habitat. The plant is a vital part of its ecosystem, contributing to the nitrogen fixation process, which enriches the soil and supports the growth of other plant species. This ecological role underscores the importance of slender tare beyond its aesthetic appeal.

Botanists and plant enthusiasts have long admired slender tare for its delicate yet sturdy nature. Its historical and botanical significance is well-documented, as noted in prestigious botanical literature such as the “Anales Ci. Nat.”

In summary, slender tare, or Vicia parviflora, is more than just a simple plant. Its richness in history, ecological importance, and geographical adaptability make it a noteworthy subject of study and admiration in the plant world.

Common Names

Deu: zierliche wicke
Swe: finvicker
Eng: slender tare
Hun: vékonyszárú bükköny
Cym: corbysen fain, ffacbysen fân-flodeuog
En: Slender tare, Slender vetch, Many-seeded slender Tare
Ar: بيقية صغيرة الأزهار
Nl: Slanke wikke
Fi: Hentovirvilä
Fr: Vesce à fleurs lâches, Vesce à petites fleurs
De: Zierliche Wicke, Schmalfiedrige Wicke, Zarte Wicke
He: בקיה דקיקה
Hu: Vékonyszárú bükköny
It: Veccia gracile
Es: Veza parviflora
Sv: Finvicker
Cy: Ffacbysen fân-flodeuog, Corbysen Fain

Synonyms

• Vicia tetrasperma subsp. gracilis ((DC.) Hook.f.)
• Ervum tetraspermum var. laxiflorum ((Brot.) Webb & Berthel.)
• Ervum tenoreanum ((Martrin-Donos) Giraudias)
• Vicia gracilis var. laxiflora ((Brot.) Cout.)
• Vicia gayi (Phil.)
• Ervum nemorale (Giraudias)
• Vicia tenoreana (Martrin-Donos)
• Vicia tetrasperma var. laxiflora ((Brot.) P.Fourn.)
• Vicia gemella subsp. gracilis ((DC.) Rouy)
• Vicia erecta (Pérez Lara)
• Vicia parviflora var. erecta ((Pérez Lara) Pérez Lara)
• Ervum gracile (DC.)

Distribution

• Algeria (native)
• Canary Is. (native)
• Cyprus (native)
• East Aegean Is. (native)
• Egypt (native)
• France (native)
• Lebanon-Syria (native)
• Libya (native)
• Madeira (native)
• Morocco (native)
• Palestine (native)
• Portugal (native)
• Spain (native)
• Tunisia (native)
• Turkey (native)
• Belgium (introduced)
• Chile Central (introduced)
• Sri Lanka (introduced)

Additional Images

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

Flower

Taken Jun 1, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Paul FABRE (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 8, 2018 by Alain COPPIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 7, 2009 by Tela Botanica − Mathieu MENAND (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 13, 2017 by Tela Botanica − Sylvain PIRY (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 29, 2008 by Tela Botanica − Mathieu MENAND (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Jun 1, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Paul FABRE (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 1, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Paul FABRE (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 1, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Paul FABRE (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 18, 2011 by Tela Botanica − Mathieu MENAND (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 13, 2017 by Tela Botanica − Sylvain PIRY (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

Taken Apr 24, 2020 by Camille Delorme (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 12, 2020 by Dominique doudet (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jan 9, 2020 by Quintana Joaquín (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 11, 2021 by Oldekamp Holger (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 30, 2022 by virginio bertossi (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Aug 15, 2016 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken May 15, 1998 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken May 15, 2015 by Photoflora – Corine OOSTERLEE (©)

Taken Apr 15, 2004 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Aug 15, 2016 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Other

Taken Aug 15, 2015 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken May 13, 2017 by Tela Botanica − Sylvain PIRY (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 1, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Paul FABRE (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 11, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Bertrand BUI (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 11, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Bertrand BUI (cc-by-sa)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2974776)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:525019-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Vicia parviflora Cav.)

Specifications

Growth