Crown Vetch (Securigera varia)


Securigera varia

Crown Vetch has become a nuisance invader in many areas, but its bicolor flowers are always a cheerful sight. It was a popular erosion-control planting, and the Pennsylvania Turnpike especially made frequent use of it. These plants were blooming on a roadside in Robinson Township.

Crown Vetch
Securigera varia
Photographed June 13 with a Kodak EasyShare Z981.

For a description of the species, see the Securigera varia reference page.


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