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
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.
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