Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
karsianus
ID:
365585

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.H.Davis

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh24: 19 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000364917

Common Names

  • Kars Pea
  • Karsianus Pea
  • Kars Sweet Pea

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Description

Lathyrus karsianus (also called Kars Pea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family Fabaceae. It is native to Turkey and Iran. It is an annual herb with a sprawling habit and can reach up to 40 cm in height. It has pinnate leaves and pink flowers. It grows in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Lathyrus karsianus is a flowering plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a food source in some parts of the world.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lathyrus karsianus is a yellow, five-petalled, pea-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lathyrus karsianus is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun. It can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Lathyrus karsianus

Lathyrus karsianus is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the wild in areas such as Turkey, Syria, and Lebanon.

Lathyrus karsianus FAQ

What is the optimal temperature range for Lathyrus karsianus?

Lathyrus karsianus prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What type of soil is best for Lathyrus karsianus?

Lathyrus karsianus prefers a well-draining, peat-based potting mix.

How much light does Lathyrus karsianus need?

Lathyrus karsianus prefers bright, indirect light.

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