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Meadow Pea (Lathyrus pratensis)

Meadow Pea (Lathyrus pratensis) is a perennial herbaceous plant with bright yellow flowers and a climbing habit, often found in meadows and pastures.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not soggy.

Soil

Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Requires minimal fertilization.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

At least 6 hours of direct sun is ideal.

Water

Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not soggy.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and loamy.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Requires minimal fertilization.

A light feed in spring is usually sufficient.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb, Vine

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-1 m

Spread

0.5-1 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound, pinnate

Flower Size

2-2.5 cm

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Synonyms
Lathyrus lusseri Heer ex W.D.J.Koch
Lathyrus sepium Scop.
Lathyrus velutinus (DC.) Landolt
Orobus pratensis (L.) Stokes
Pisum pratense (L.) E.H.L.Krause
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFabales
  • familyFabaceae
  • genusLathyrus
  • speciesLathyrus pratensis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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