Status:
valid
Authors:
I.M.Johnst.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor.19: 250 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000164425
Common Names
- Loman's vetchling
- Loman's pea
- Loman's vetch
Description
Lathyrus lomanus (also called Loman's Pea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and North Africa. It has a short stem, with a few branches, and its leaves are pinnate. It grows in grasslands, meadows and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Lathyrus lomanus 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 lomanus is a pale pink 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 lomanus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.
Where to Find Lathyrus lomanus
Lathyrus lomanus can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It is a common weed in fields, roadsides, and other disturbed areas.
Lathyrus lomanus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lathyrus lomanus?
Lathyrus lomanus
What is the family of Lathyrus lomanus?
Fabaceae
What is the common name of Lathyrus lomanus?
Loma 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