Lathyrus palustris Slenderstem peavine (Leguminosae)

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Lathyrus palustris
Slenderstem peavine
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The Lathyrus palustris plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Slenderstem peavine.

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Latin Name:  Lathyrus palustris
Common Name:  Slenderstem peavine
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  Although no records of toxicity have been found for this plant, the seed of some species in this genus contain a toxic amino acid that can cause a severe disease of the nervous system known as 'lathyrism' if they are eaten in large amounts (although small quantities are said to be nutritious)[65, 76]. Great caution is advised.

Mature Height:  1.2   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Fens and damp places in grass or bushes[17],

Cultivation Notes: A good plant for the bog or marsh garden, succeeding in wet soils[1, 200]. It is easily grown in any moderately good garden soil, preferring a position in full sun[200]. Plants climb by means of tendrils[188]. This species has a symbiotic relationship with certain soil bacteria, these bacteria form nodules on the roots and fix atmospheric nitrogen. Some of this nitrogen is utilized by the growing plant but some can also be used by other plants growing nearby[200].

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