Lathyrus Species, Blue Vetchling, Chickling Pea, Chickling Vetch, Grass Pea, Indian Pea

Lathyrussativus

Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Lathyrus (LAY-thy-russ)
Species
sativus (sa-TEE-vus)
Synonym
Lathyrus asiaticus
Lathyrus sativas
Lathyrus sativus subsp. asiaticus
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Smooth
Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
Seed is poisonous if ingested
Bloom Color
Pink
Dark Blue
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Vines and Climbers
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost
From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel
Scarify seed before sowing
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Los Angeles, California

San Francisco, California(2 reports)

Barbourville, Kentucky

Kalama, Washington

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| August 2002 | neutral

An annual climber whose native land is unknown but can be found in Europe, Asia, North Africa and parts of South America.

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