Lathyrus latifolius
(Perennial Pea)
Lathyrus latifolius, North of Paonia, Delta Co. 2796
Lathyrus latifolius, North of Paonia, Delta Co. 2788
Lathyrus latifolius, Paonia River Park, Delta Co. 8498
Lathyrus latifolius, Paonia River Park, Delta Co. 8488
Tendril, Lathyrus latifolius, Paonia River Park, Delta Co. 8501
Leaves, Lathyrus latifolius, Paonia River Park, Delta Co. 8504
| Scientific Name | Lathyrus latifolius | USDA PLANTS Symbol | LALA4 |
| Common Name | Everlasting Pea, Perennial Pea | ITIS Taxonomic Serial No. | 25856 |
| Family | Fabaceae (Pea) | SEINet Reference |
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| Description |
Life zones and habitat: Plains to foothills (4900 to 6500 ft). Introduced species found in disturbed areas, roadsides, etc. Plant: Perennial vine with sprawling, winged stems, up to 6 feet long. Leaves: Compound leaves with 2 leaflets, lanceolate to elliptic, 2 to 4-3/4 inches long, with tendrils. Inflorescence: Clusters of 4 to 10 large, showy, broad pink pea-like blossoms about 1 inch across. Bloom Period: May to September. References: "Flora of Colorado" by Jennifer Ackerfield and SEINet, and American Southwest. |
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Colorado Status: Introduced |
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