Lathyrus sativus
Chickling pea
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The Lathyrus sativus plant species is found in The original habitat is obscure, possibly S. Europe. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Chickling pea.

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Latin Name:  Lathyrus sativus
Common Name:  Chickling pea
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  L.
 
Known Hazards:  The seed contains a toxic amino-acid which, in large quantities, can cause a very serious disease of the nervous system known as 'lathyrism'. The seed is said to be perfectly safe and very nutritious in small quantities, but should not comprise more than 30% of the diet[65, 76].
 
Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Found as a weed of cultivated land though this is as a relict of cultivation, the plant is not known in a truly wild state[93].

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