Status:
valid
Authors:
Serg.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1933
Citation Micro:
Sist. Zametki Mater. Gerb. Krylova Tomsk. Gosud. Univ. Kuybysheva1933(3-4): 3 (1933)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000198880
Common Names
- Lathyrus krylovii
- Krylov's Vetch
- Krylov's Pea
Synonyms
- Lathyrus laevigatus krylovii (Serg.) Hendrych [valid]
- Orobus krylovii (Serg.) Stank. & Roskov [valid]
Description
Lathyrus krylovii (also called Krylov's Pea, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant of the Fabaceae family. It has a single stem with a few branches and a height of up to 1 meter. It is native to the mountains of Central Asia and grows in dry meadows and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Lathyrus krylovii is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make a variety of products, including paper, fabric, and rope.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Lathyrus krylovii is a bright yellow, pea-like flower with a long, curved spur. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lathyrus krylovii can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or division. Sow seeds in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in spring or summer. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Lathyrus krylovii
Lathyrus krylovii is native to Central Asia and can be found in the Altai Mountains.
Lathyrus krylovii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lathyrus krylovii?
Lathyrus krylovii
What is the common name of Lathyrus krylovii?
Krylov's Sweet Pea
What is the native range of Lathyrus krylovii?
Central Asia
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