Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aphaca
ID:
213344

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 729 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212673

Common Names

  • Lathyrus aphaca
  • Aphaca Vetchling
  • Aphaca Pea

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Synonyms

  • Orobus aphaca (L.) Doll [unknown]
  • Lathyrus filipetiolatus St.-Lag. [valid]
  • Lathyrus floribundus Velen. [valid]
  • Lathyrus segetum Lam. [valid]
  • Lathyrus polyanthus Boiss. & Blanche [valid]
  • Lathyrus affinis Guss. [valid]
  • Lathyrus aphyllus Gray [valid]
  • Vicia exstipulata S.G.Gmel. [valid]
  • Pisum aphaca (L.) Brot. [valid]
  • Aphaca disperma Alef. [valid]
  • Aphaca marmorata Alef. [valid]
  • Aphaca pseudophaca (Boiss.) Alef. [valid]
  • Aphaca vulgaris C.Presl [valid]
  • Lathyrus pseudoaphaca Boiss. [valid]
  • Lathyrus aphaca cyprius Chrtek & B.Slavík [unknown]
  • Aphaca vulgaris micrantha Alef. [valid]
  • Lathyrus aphaca affinis (Guss.) Arcang. [valid]
  • Lathyrus aphaca stipularis Rouy [valid]
  • Lathyrus aphaca affinis (Guss.) Rouy [unknown]
  • Lathyrus aphaca modestus Davis [unknown]

Description

Lathyrus aphaca (also called 'Grass Pea', among many other common names) is an annual herb with a single stem and a climbing habit. It is native to Europe and grows in moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Lathyrus aphaca is used as a fodder for livestock and as a source of timber for construction. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lathyrus aphaca is a pink or purple pea-like flower. The seed is a small, brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lathyrus aphaca is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Lathyrus aphaca

Lathyrus aphaca can be found in Europe, primarily in the Mediterranean region.

Lathyrus aphaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lathyrus aphaca?

Lathyrus aphaca

What is the common name of Lathyrus aphaca?

Goat's-foot pea

What is the habitat of Lathyrus aphaca?

Grassland and rocky slopes

Species in the Lathyrus genus

Lathyrus aureus, Lathyrus gmelinii, Lathyrus transsilvanicus, Lathyrus berteroanus, Lathyrus brachycalyx, Lathyrus cabreranus, Lathyrus campestris, Lathyrus graminifolius, Lathyrus hasslerianus, Lathyrus holochlorus, Lathyrus jepsonii, Lathyrus lomanus, Lathyrus nevadensis, Lathyrus nigrivalvis, Lathyrus paraguariensis, Lathyrus paranensis, Lathyrus parodii, Lathyrus pauciflorus, Lathyrus rigidus, Lathyrus tropicalandinus, Lathyrus eucosmus, Lathyrus lanszwertii, Lathyrus linearifolius, Lathyrus littoralis, Lathyrus macropus, Lathyrus macrostachys, Lathyrus multiceps, Lathyrus nervosus, Lathyrus nitens, Lathyrus ochroleucus, Lathyrus polyphyllus, Lathyrus pubescens, Lathyrus pusillus, Lathyrus splendens, Lathyrus subandinus, Lathyrus subulatus, Lathyrus sulphureus, Lathyrus torreyi, Lathyrus venosus, Lathyrus vestitus, Lathyrus biflorus, Lathyrus acutifolius, Lathyrus cicera, Lathyrus sericeus, Lathyrus whitei, Lathyrus hookeri, Lathyrus magellanicus, Lathyrus blepharicarpus, Lathyrus blepharicarpos, Lathyrus gorgoni,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References