American Vetch is a climbing perennial with delicate, purple flowers and tendrils that help it climb. It is often found in meadows and along roadsides. This plant is known for its nitrogen-fixing abilities and its value as forage for wildlife.
Habitat
It grows in meadows and along roadsides.
Diet
Pollinated by bees and provides food for birds and mammals.
How common
Common
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