Status:
valid
Authors:
Burkart
Source:
ildis
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Revista Fac. Agron. Veterin.8: 100 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164415
Common Names
- Hasslerianus Lathyrus
- Hasslerianus Pea
- Hasslerianus Vine
Description
Lathyrus hasslerianus (also called Hassler's Pea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a short stem, with a few branches, and its leaves are pinnate. It grows in dry and rocky soils, in areas with little vegetation.
Uses & Benefits
Lathyrus hasslerianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used to provide shade and windbreaks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, including for treating respiratory and digestive disorders, and for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lathyrus hasslerianus is a pinkish-purple color and has five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown bean-like shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lathyrus hasslerianus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a warm, sunny location. Both methods require well-draining soil and regular watering.
Where to Find Lathyrus hasslerianus
Lathyrus hasslerianus can be found in South America, particularly in Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay. It is a common weed in fields, roadsides, and other disturbed areas.
Lathyrus hasslerianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lathyrus hasslerianus?
Lathyrus hasslerianus
What is the family of Lathyrus hasslerianus?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Lathyrus hasslerianus?
Hassler's Pea
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