Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brachycalyx
ID:
165082

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rydb.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1907

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club34: 425 (1907)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164411

Common Names

  • Short-Stalked Pea
  • Short-Stemmed Pea
  • Brachycalyx Pea

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Description

Lathyrus brachycalyx (also called Short-spurred Pea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub in the pea family, Fabaceae. It is native to Mexico and is found in wet montane forests. It grows to a height of 2 meters and has bright yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Lathyrus brachycalyx is used as an ornamental plant and for its edible seeds. The seeds are high in protein and can be used as a food source. The plant is also used for soil erosion control and as a windbreak.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lathyrus brachycalyx var. brachycalyx
Lathyrus brachycalyx var. zionis (C.L.Hitchc.) S.L.Welsh

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lathyrus brachycalyx has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lathyrus brachycalyx can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a warm, sunny location. Both methods require well-draining soil and regular watering.

Where to Find Lathyrus brachycalyx

Lathyrus brachycalyx is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Lathyrus brachycalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lathyrus brachycalyx?

Lathyrus brachycalyx

What is the family of Lathyrus brachycalyx?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Lathyrus brachycalyx?

Short-spurred Pea

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