About Vicia pannonica Crantz
Growth Form and Stem
Vicia pannonica Crantz is an annual herb with a hairy climbing stem that is supported by tendrils growing at the tips of its leaves.
Leaf Structure
Each leaf is composed of 10 to 20 oval or oblong leaflets, which can reach up to 2.5 centimeters in length.
Inflorescence and Flower Size
Its inflorescence holds two to four pealike flowers, each of which grows up to 2 centimeters long.
Flower Color and Texture
The flower corolla is yellow or marked with purple, and the back of the banner, the large top petal of the flower, is covered in soft hairs.
Fruit Characteristics
The fruit produced by this plant is a hairy legume pod that measures 2 to 3 centimeters in length.