Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nervosus
ID:
174354

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Encycl.2: 708 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000173683

Common Names

  • Nerve Pea
  • Nervous Pea
  • Nervosus Pea

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Synonyms

  • Lathyrus armitageanus Westc. [valid]
  • Orobus uninervius Turcz. ex Boiss. [valid]
  • Lathyrus trigonus Vogel [valid]

Description

Lathyrus nervosus (also called 'Lathyrus', 'Climbing Pea', and 'Everlasting Pea', among many other common names) is a perennial climbing vine native to Central and South America. It has alternate, pinnately compound leaves and its flowers are white or pink. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lathyrus nervosus 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lathyrus nervosus is a white to pink pea-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, flat, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lathyrus nervosus 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 nervosus

Lathyrus nervosus is native to Europe and can be found in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.

Lathyrus nervosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lathyrus nervosus?

Lathyrus nervosus

What is the common name of Lathyrus nervosus?

Nerve Pea

What is the habitat of Lathyrus nervosus?

It is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and woodland edges

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