Plant Details

Lathyrus linifolius

Bitter Vetch

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General Information

Scientific name: Lathyrus linifolius
Also known as: Bitter Vetch

Plant Properties

Layer: Herbaceous
Size: Small
Height: 0.60 m
Width: - m
Growth Rate: None
Leaf: None

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 5-9
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Partial shade, Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Seed, Root
Edibility:
(2)
Medicinal:
(0)
Features:
Nitrogen fixer

Description

Boiled seed: This seed can be prepared and eaten as a vegetable, similar to sweet chestnuts. However, it is important to be cautious due to the previously mentioned toxicity. Boiled root: Cook the root and enjoy the sweet taste and nutritious properties, both boiled and roasted.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/08
End of Harvest: 30/09