Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
plitmannii
ID:
365875

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greuter & Burdet

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia19: 32 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000365207

Common Names

  • Lathyrus Plitmannii
  • Plitmannii Vetch
  • Plitmann's Vetch

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Synonyms

  • Lathyrus gorgoni lineatus Plitmann [illegitimate]

Description

Lathyrus plitmannii (also called Plitmann's Pea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family Fabaceae. It is native to Europe and western Asia, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It is an annual herb with erect stems that reach a height of up to 1 meter, and has pink to purple flowers with a yellow spot at the base of each petal.

Uses & Benefits

Lathyrus plitmannii is a low-growing, spreading plant that is often used as a ground cover in gardens. It is also used as a border plant or in containers. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lathyrus plitmannii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lathyrus plitmannii is a perennial plant, native to the Middle East. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-draining soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Lathyrus plitmannii

Lathyrus plitmannii is native to the Mediterranean region.

Lathyrus plitmannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lathyrus plitmannii?

Lathyrus plitmannii

What is the common name of Lathyrus plitmannii?

Plitmann's Pea

Where does Lathyrus plitmannii grow?

Lathyrus plitmannii is found in the Mediterranean region, from the Canary Islands to the Middle East.

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

Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Hervé Maurice Burdet (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burdet' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:941181-1: Based on the initial data import