Variety traits
Inflorescence of Vicia villosa
Vicia villosa Roth
The inflorescence of Vicia villosa is a many-flowered raceme that develops in the axils of the upper leaves on long peduncles. This trait is a key indicator of the crop's seed productivity and adaptability.
In the reference 4 varieties crop Hairy vetch, where this is mentioned in the description.
The inflorescence of Vicia villosa is classified as a secund or many-flowered erect raceme. An important characteristic is the length of the peduncle, which in this species exceeds the length of the leaf in whose axil it is located. The number of flowers in a single raceme usually varies from 20 to 40, although in individual cases it can reach 60 units.
The multi-flowered nature of the inflorescence directly correlates with the potential seed productivity of the plant, providing greater attractiveness to insect pollinators. At the same time, the morphological features of the inflorescence are sensitive to agrotechnical conditions: in thickened stands, a tendency toward early flower drop is observed, which reduces yield.
General information about the subject — on the page Inflorescence.
Varieties of Hairy vetch mentioned in the description
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