Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vestitus
ID:
174369

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt. ex Torr. & A.Gray

Source:
ildis

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Amer. (Torr. & A. Gray) 1(2): 276. 1838 [Oct 1838]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173698

Common Names

  • Vested Vetchling
  • Vested Pea
  • Vested Lathyrus

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Description

Lathyrus vestitus (also called Hairy Vetchling, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lathyrus vestitus 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 vestitus var. vestitus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lathyrus vestitus 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 vestitus 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 vestitus

Lathyrus vestitus can be found in the western United States, from California to Colorado.

Lathyrus vestitus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lathyrus vestitus?

Lathyrus vestitus

What is the common name of Lathyrus vestitus?

Hairy Sweet Pea

What is the family of Lathyrus vestitus?

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

References

The Plant List v1.1 record ild-19838: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Thomas Nuttall (1786-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nutt.' in the authors string.