arabian pea
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arabian pea
Bituminaria bituminosa
The Arabian pea is a special plant that grows in warm places. It has pretty flowers and is part of the pea family, which means it can help make the soil healthy.
Habitat: Desert
Appearance
The arabian pea is an upright, bushy perennial with distinctive trifoliate leaves and clusters of striking purple or bluish-purple, pea-like flowers. Its distinct tar-like scent, especially when crushed, helps differentiate it from other legumes in its habitat.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderFabalesFamilyFabaceaeGenusBituminaria
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
It can be found in many countries around the sunny Mediterranean Sea!
Its scientific name, Bituminaria, means 'tar-like' because of its strong scent!
The seeds of the arabian pea contain special compounds and should not be eaten!
This plant's tiny flowers are perfect examples of the classic 'pea flower' shape!
Special abilities
Ability
Nitrogen Fixer
The arabian pea can enrich the soil by capturing nitrogen from the air and turning it into plant food.
Ability
Resilient Rooter
The arabian pea has deep, tough roots that help it find water and survive long dry spells.
Ability
Tar-Scented Shield
The arabian pea releases a strong, tar-like smell when touched, which helps deter hungry animals.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-100 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.5-1.5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Spring to early summer
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
European honey bee
Apis mellifera
Its purple flowers attract these busy insects.
eaten by
domestic sheep
Ovis aries
Sheep graze on its leaves and stems in pastures.
symbiotic with
nitrogen-fixing bacteria
Rhizobium leguminosarum
Lives in its roots, converting air nitrogen into plant food.
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Nitrogen Fixing
Describes organisms capable of converting atmospheric nitrogen into compounds usable by plants.
Drought Tolerant
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Edible
Edible plants are those parts of a plant that are considered safe for human consumption.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Symbiotic
Describes a relationship between two different species where they live in close association, often benefiting one or both.
Desert
Desert habitats are arid regions characterized by extremely low precipitation and often extreme temperatures, supporting specialized flora and fauna.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always look but don't touch plants without asking an adult first.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is arabian pea?
30-100 cm
How wide does arabian pea spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on arabian pea?
0.5-1.5 cm
When does arabian pea bloom?
Spring to early summer
Is arabian pea edible?
No
Is arabian pea toxic?
Mild
What is arabian pea's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is arabian pea pollinated?
Insect
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