Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
campestris
ID:
165084

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Linnaea28: 626 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164413

Common Names

  • Field Pea
  • Common Pea
  • Campestris Pea

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Synonyms

  • Lathyrus debilis campestris (Phil.) Reiche [valid]
  • Lathyrus gracillimus Reiche [valid]

Description

Lathyrus campestris (also called Field Pea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a short stem, with a few branches, and its leaves are pinnate. It grows in grasslands, meadows and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lathyrus campestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used to provide shade and windbreaks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, including for treating respiratory and digestive disorders, and for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lathyrus campestris is a pinkish-purple color and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown bean-like shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lathyrus campestris 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 campestris

Lathyrus campestris can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It is a common weed in fields, roadsides, and other disturbed areas.

Lathyrus campestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lathyrus campestris?

Lathyrus campestris

What is the family of Lathyrus campestris?

Fabaceae

What is the common name of Lathyrus campestris?

Field 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