Status:
valid
Authors:
Barneby
Source:
ildis
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
A.Cronquist & al., Intermount. Fl.3B: 208 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000209891
Common Names
- Lathyrus grimesii
- Grimesii Lathyrus
- Lathyrus
Description
Lathyrus grimesii (also called Grimes' Pea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family Fabaceae. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico and is found in dry, rocky soils. It is a small, erect, perennial herb that grows up to 50 cm tall and has yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Lathyrus grimesii is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in erosion control projects and revegetation projects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lathyrus grimesii has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lathyrus grimesii is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a sunny location.
Where to Find Lathyrus grimesii
Lathyrus grimesii can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Lathyrus grimesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lathyrus grimesii?
Lathyrus grimesii
What is the common name of Lathyrus grimesii?
Grimes' Pea
What is the natural habitat of Lathyrus grimesii?
Dry, rocky slopes and ridges in the coastal mountains of northern California and southern Oregon
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