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American Vetch (Vicia americana) is a perennial vine native to the northern and central regions of North America, including Alaska, Alberta, Arizona, British Columbia, California, Colorado, and more. American Vetch (Latin: Vicia americana) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
American Vetch is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
American Vetch is a member native to ASK, ABT, ARI, BRC, CAL, and COL. American Vetch thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
American Vetch grows best in USDA zone 4-7, full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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