Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grimesii
ID:
210562

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

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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.

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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