Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nitens
ID:
174355

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vogel

Source:
ildis

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Linnaea13: 25 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173684

Common Names

  • Bright Pea
  • Nitens Pea
  • Shining Pea

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Synonyms

  • Lathyrus ibicuiensis Abruzzi de Oliveira [unknown]

Description

Lathyrus nitens (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 nitens 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lathyrus nitens is a white to pink pea-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, flat, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lathyrus nitens is a 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 nitens

Lathyrus nitens is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.

Lathyrus nitens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lathyrus nitens?

Lathyrus nitens

What is the common name of Lathyrus nitens?

Silky Sweet Pea

What is the family of Lathyrus nitens?

Fabaceae

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