Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ochrus
ID:
213370

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) DC.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
J.B.A.M.de Lamarck & A.P.de Candolle, Fl. Franç., éd. 3, 4: 578 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000212699

Common Names

  • Lathyrus ochrus
  • Ochre Vetchling
  • Ochre Pea

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Synonyms

  • Pisum ochrus L. [valid]
  • Lathyrus currentifolius Lam. [valid]
  • Lathyrus thirkaenus K.Koch [valid]
  • Ochrus lathyroides Medik. [valid]
  • Ochrus pallida Pers. [valid]
  • Ochrus uniflora Moench [valid]
  • Orobus ochrus (L.) A.Braun [valid]
  • Pisum decurrens Stokes [valid]
  • Clymenum ochrus (L.) Link [valid]
  • Lathyrus ochrus ochroides Chabert [valid]
  • Lathyrus ochrus petiolaris Rouy [unknown]

Description

Lathyrus ochrus (also called yellow vetchling, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 40 cm tall. It has a slender stem with small, ovate-lanceolate leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in dry grasslands, rocky slopes, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lathyrus ochrus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cover crop to prevent soil erosion and to provide nitrogen to the soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lathyrus ochrus is a pink-purple color with a five-lobed corolla. The seed is a small, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lathyrus ochrus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Division in spring or autumn. Larger clumps can be replanted direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller clumps and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.

Where to Find Lathyrus ochrus

Lathyrus ochrus can be found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Lathyrus ochrus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lathyrus ochrus?

Lathyrus ochrus

What is the common name of Lathyrus ochrus?

Ochre Pea

Where is Lathyrus ochrus found?

It is found in Europe and North Africa

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

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Lathyrus ochrus (L.) DC.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.