Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ciliolatus
ID:
365540

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sam. ex Rech.f.

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot., a.s., 1: 311 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000364872

Common Names

  • Ciliolatus Sweet Pea
  • Climbing Sweet Pea
  • Mountain Pea

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Description

Lathyrus ciliolatus (also called Ciliolate Sweet Pea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands and open areas. It is a small, herbaceous plant with a climbing habit and pinnate leaves. The flowers are pink, with a white center.

Uses & Benefits

Lathyrus ciliolatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cover crop to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lathyrus ciliolatus is a pink to purple pea-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened, and oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, with two cotyledons and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Lathyrus ciliolatus: This plant is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect sunlight. It can be propagated by seed or division of the rhizomes. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer and the rhizomes should be divided in spring and replanted in moist soil.

Where to Find Lathyrus ciliolatus

Lathyrus ciliolatus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the wild in areas such as Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

Lathyrus ciliolatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lathyrus ciliolatus?

Lathyrus ciliolatus

What is the common name of Lathyrus ciliolatus?

Ciliolate Vetch

What is the habitat of Lathyrus ciliolatus?

It is found in dry, sunny places, such as grasslands, meadows, and open woods

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

Gunnar Samuelsson (1885-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sam.' in the authors string.
Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:501643-1: Based on the initial data import