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Lathyrus

pulse

Other common names
vetchling
wild pea
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Botanical details
Family
Fabaceae
Native to the UK
No
Genus

Lathyrus

Genus description

Lathyrus can be annuals or herbaceous or evergreen perennials, mostly climbing, with pinnate leaves ending in a tendril, and showy pea-like flowers, fragrant in some species

Name status

Correct

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