Lathyrus latifolius
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Lathyrus latifolius
Also known as:
Perennial Sweet Pea
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Climb
Format:
Smal
Height:
2.00 m
Width:
2.00 m
Growth Rate:
Fast
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
5-9
Soil Moisture:
Permeable, Moist
Permeable, Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves, Seed, Seedpod
Leaves, Seed, Seedpod
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Nitrogen, Ground cover
Nitrogen, Ground cover
Description
Seeds - cooked. It is important to be cautious due to possible toxicity; please refer to the above explanation. Young seed pods - cooked. Young plant - cooked.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/08
End of Harvest:
30/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Achillea millefolium Yarrow, Boreal yarrow, California yarrow, Giant yarrow, Coast yarrow, Western yarrow, Pacific yarrow |
Attracts beneficial insects and improves soil health through its deep roots. |
|
Agastache foeniculum Anise hysop |
Repels pests and attracts pollinators, enhancing biodiversity. |
|
Corylus avellana Hazel |
Provides shade and shelter for Lathyrus, helping to regulate temperature and moisture. |
|
Fagopyrum esculentum Buckwheat |
Improves soil fertility and structure, benefiting Lathyrus’ growth. |
|
Vicia sativa Winter Tares, Garden vetch, Subterranean vetch |
Fixes nitrogen in the soil, which supports the growth of Lathyrus and reduces fertilizer needs. |