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Vicia japonica, a perennial legume native to regions including China North-Central, Inner Mongolia, and Japan, is known for its edible leaves and seeds. Vicia japonica (Latin: Vicia japonica) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Vicia japonica is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Vicia japonica is a member native to CHN, CTA, CHI, JAP, KHA, and KOR. Vicia japonica thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Vicia japonica grows best in 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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