Lathyrus tuberosus
Earthnut pea
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The Lathyrus tuberosus plant species is found in Europe to W. Asia. Naturalized in Britain in a very few sites in E. England. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Earthnut pea.

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Latin Name:  Lathyrus tuberosus
Common Name:  Earthnut pea
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:  Cornfields and hedgerows, avoiding acid soils[17].

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