Lathyrus polymorphus
Manystem peavine
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The Lathyrus polymorphus plant species is found in Western N. America - Idaho and Colorado to Arizona and New Mexico. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Manystem peavine. Some home gardeners know the variety as L. decaphyllus.

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Latin Name:  Lathyrus polymorphus
Common Name:  Manystem peavine
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  Nutt.
 
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:  0.4   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Hillsides and open places in western S. Dakota.

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