Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eucosmus
ID:
169325

Status:
valid

Authors:
Butters & St.John

Source:
ildis

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000168654

Common Names

  • Eucosmus Pea
  • Climbing Pea
  • Climbing Vetch

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Description

Lathyrus eucosmus (also called Eucosmus lathyrus, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South America. It has small, ovate leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. It is found in dry, open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Lathyrus eucosmus is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lathyrus eucosmus has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings have two cotyledons, a pair of small, oval-shaped leaves that are covered with white hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lathyrus eucosmus is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seed should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and kept in a warm, humid environment until roots form.

Where to Find Lathyrus eucosmus

Lathyrus eucosmus is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Lathyrus eucosmus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lathyrus eucosmus?

Lathyrus eucosmus

What is the common name of Lathyrus eucosmus?

Eucosmus pea

What is the natural habitat of Lathyrus eucosmus?

Dry, open areas in Mexico

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