Lathyrus lanszwertii var. leucanthus
(Rydb.) Dorn
Aspen peavine
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Summary
Source: WikipediaLathyrus lanszwertii is a species of sweet pea known by the common names Nevada sweet pea or peavine. It is found in western North America from California to Texas to British Columbia. It is a tender vining perennial which bears lavender, fuchsia, or white pea flowers, and pods containing inedible peas. There is much variation among individuals of this species, and there are several distinct varieties: Lathyrus lanszwertii var. aridus - (Piper) Jeps. Lathyrus lanszwertii var. arizonicus (Britton) S.L.Welsh Lathyrus lanszwertii var. bijugatus (T.G.White) Broich Lathyrus lanszwertii var. lanszwertii Lathyrus lanszwertii var. pallescens Barneby
Description
An herbaceous plant of the Fabaceae family found in temperate regions, commonly known as Aspen peavine.
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Edible Uses
The ripe pods are dried and stored, then soaked and boiled when needed.
Traditional Uses
The ripe pods are dried and stored and then soaked and boiled when needed.
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Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
North America, USA,
References (1)
- Moerman, D. F., 2010, Native American Ethnobotany. Timber Press. p 298
