Status:
valid
Authors:
Greene
Source:
ildis
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Pittonia2: 158 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164417
Common Names
- Jepson's vetchling
- California vetchling
- Jepson's pea
Synonyms
- Lathyrus jepsonii jepsonii [unknown]
Description
Lathyrus jepsonii (also called Jepson's Pea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has a short stem, with a few branches, and its leaves are pinnate. It grows in dry and rocky soils, in areas with little vegetation.
Uses & Benefits
Lathyrus jepsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used to provide shade and windbreaks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, including for treating respiratory and digestive disorders, and for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Lathyrus jepsonii sub. jepsonii
Lathyrus jepsonii var. californicus (S.Watson) Hoover
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lathyrus jepsonii is a pinkish-purple color and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown bean-like shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lathyrus jepsonii is an annual or biennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Lathyrus jepsonii
Lathyrus jepsonii can be found in western North America. It is a common weed in fields, roadsides, and other disturbed areas.
Lathyrus jepsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lathyrus jepsonii?
Lathyrus jepsonii
What is the family of Lathyrus jepsonii?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Lathyrus jepsonii?
Jepson's Pea
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