Lathyrus caudatus - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wei & H.P.Tsui
Source:
ildis
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 4(1): 49. 1984
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198871
Common Names
- Lathyrus caudatus
- Tailed Vetch
- Tailed Pea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lathyrus caudatus (also called Tailed Pea, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant of the Fabaceae family. It has a single stem with a few branches and a height of up to 1 meter. It is native to the mountains of Central Asia and grows in dry meadows and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Lathyrus caudatus is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make a variety of products, including paper, fabric, and rope.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lathyrus caudatus has bright yellow flowers, with a sweet pea-like shape. The seeds are small, round and dark brown. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lathyrus caudatus can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Sow seeds in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Lathyrus caudatus
Lathyrus caudatus is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.
Lathyrus caudatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lathyrus caudatus?
Lathyrus caudatus
What is the common name of Lathyrus caudatus?
Tail Pea
What is the native range of Lathyrus caudatus?
Asia, Europe, and North America
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
Hung Pin Tsui (1928-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.P.Tsui' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:904456-1: Based on the initial data import