Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lanszwertii
ID:
174347

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kellogg

Source:
ildis

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci.2: 150 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173676

Common Names

  • Beach Pea
  • Sea Pea
  • Coastal Pea

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Synonyms

  • Lathyrus lanszwertii lanszwertii [unknown]

Description

Lathyrus lanszwertii (also called 'Lathyrus', 'Climbing Pea', and 'Everlasting Pea', among many other common names) is a perennial climbing vine native to Central and South America. It has alternate, pinnately compound leaves and its flowers are white or pink. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lathyrus lanszwertii is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and embankments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lathyrus lanszwertii var. aridus (Piper) Jeps.
Lathyrus lanszwertii var. lanszwertii
Lathyrus lanszwertii var. bijugatus (T.G.White) Broich
Lathyrus lanszwertii var. arizonicus (Britton) S.L.Welsh
Lathyrus lanszwertii var. pallescens Barneby

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lathyrus lanszwertii has small, purple flowers with five petals and a long, narrow seed pod. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lathyrus lanszwertii is a perennial species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to western North America, from British Columbia to California. It is found in moist, open habitats, such as meadows, wetland margins, and streambanks. It is easily propagated from seed, and can also be propagated from cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun.

Where to Find Lathyrus lanszwertii

Lathyrus lanszwertii can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in Central and South America.

Lathyrus lanszwertii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lathyrus lanszwertii?

Lathyrus lanszwertii

What is the common name of Lathyrus lanszwertii?

Lanszwertii Lathyrus

What is the natural habitat of Lathyrus lanszwertii?

Tropical rainforest

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