Lathyrus tuberosus

Plant Details

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General Information

Scientific name: Lathyrus tuberosus

Also known as: Earthnut Pea, Tuberous sweetpea

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Plant Properties

Layer: Herb layer

Format: Smal

Height: 1.20 m

Width: 1.20 m

Growth Rate: -

Leaf: -

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 5-9

Soil Moisture:
Moist

Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)

pH:
Acid Neutral Basic

Light:
Half shade, Sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Root

Edibility:
(5)

Medicinal:
(0)

Features:
Nitrogen, Bee plant

Description

The root can be eaten both cooked and raw. It is sweet and rich in starch, and tastes delicious when baked, with a flavor that is somewhat similar to that of sweet potato. The taste of this root is consistently strong, making it a favorite among connoisseurs. Unfortunately, the yield of this plant is quite low, making it more suitable to be used as a flavoring rather than as a main crop.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/09

End of Harvest: 31/10

Guilds

Guild Information

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Guild Details

Guild	Description
Morus alba White mulberry	Morus alba can provide excellent shade, allowing Lathyrus tuberosus to thrive in cooler, moist conditions while the tree’s leaves help fix nitrogen in the soil.
Corylus avellana Hazel	Corylus avellana offers shelter and acts as a nutrient accumulator, benefiting Lathyrus tuberosus with improved soil fertility.
Fagopyrum esculentum Buckwheat	Fagopyrum esculentum can improve soil structure and suppress weeds, allowing Lathyrus tuberosus to grow without much competition.
Robinia pseudoacacia Black locust, false acacia	Robinia pseudoacacia can provide nitrogen through its roots while offering partial shade, creating a suitable environment for Lathyrus tuberosus.
Ulex europaeus Gorse	Ulex europaeus helps in attracting beneficial insects which can aid in pollination and pest control, benefiting Lathyrus tuberosus.