Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Purple Crown-vetch |
| Also Known As | Common Crownvetch |
| Scientific Name | Securigera varia |
| MainColor | Pink |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Naturalized |
| Season Found | June (May - Jul) |
| ImageUrl | Securigera-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Abbots Langley |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 03 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | C |
Flower Details
Description
A trailing perennial legume with pink to purple pea-like flowers in dense clusters. Grown for erosion control but can spread aggressively. Considered invasive in some regions.
Distribution
Native to Europe, Asia, and Africa; introduced worldwide, including the UK.
Medicinal/Other Uses
Has been researched for soil stabilisation and nitrogen fixation, but not widely used medicinally.
Edibility
Not edible.
Human Toxicity
Mildly_Toxic
Contains toxic cardiac glycosides (coronillin) — poisonous to humans and livestock if eaten.
Pet Toxicity
Not Toxic
Active Compounds
Coronillin (a glycoside), flavonoids, tannins.
Quality Issue
Out of focus on the flowers