Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hitchcockianus
ID:
210922

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barneby & Reveal

Source:
ildis

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Aliso7: 362 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000210251

Common Names

  • Lathyrus hitchcockianus
  • Hitchcock's Peavine
  • Hitchcock's Pea-Vine

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Description

Lathyrus hitchcockianus (also called Hitchcock's Vetchling, among many other common names) is an erect, perennial herb with pink flowers and narrow, linear leaves. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, open areas such as hillsides, roadsides, and disturbed areas. It is drought tolerant and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Lathyrus hitchcockianus is used as an ornamental plant and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lathyrus hitchcockianus has pink or white flowers with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lathyrus hitchcockianus is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. When grown from seed, it should be sown in early spring in a well-drained soil. When grown from cuttings, the cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant should be kept in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Lathyrus hitchcockianus

Lathyrus hitchcockianus is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as sagebrush steppe and pinyon-juniper woodlands.

Lathyrus hitchcockianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lathyrus hitchcockianus?

Lathyrus hitchcockianus

What is the common name of Lathyrus hitchcockianus?

Hitchcock's Peavine

What is the natural habitat of Lathyrus hitchcockianus?

Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides

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

James L. Reveal (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reveal' in the authors string.
Rupert Charles Barneby (1911-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barneby' in the authors string.