Vicia faba 'Merkur'

bean (field) 'Merkur'

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Botanical details

Family: Fabaceae
Native to GB / Ireland: No
Genus: Vicia
Genus description: Vicia are annuals, herbaceous perennials or climbers; leaves may be simple or divided into many small leaflets, often ending in a tendril. The yellow, purple, white or pink, pea-like flowers are produced in small clusters on the stem or in larger, upright sprays
Name status: Accepted

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