
Carolina vetch (Vicia caroliniana)
Carolina vetch, also known as Carolina vetch
Tephrosia virginiana, also known as Goat's Rue or Catgut, is a perennial flowering plant native to the eastern United States. As a member of the Legume family, it features compound leaves and attractive, pollinator-friendly flowers. This plant bears a resemblance to a smaller, herbaceous version of the Black locust tree.
Key Facts About Carolina vetch
Attributes of Carolina vetch
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb, Vine
Plant Height
60 cm
Spread
60 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
8 mm to 1.3 cm
Flower Color
White Purple
Scientific Classification of Carolina vetch
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Fabales
Family
Legume
Genus
Vetches
Species
Carolina vetch