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Narrow-leaved Everlasting-pea

Lathyrus sylvestris

The Narrow-leaved Everlasting-pea is a pretty plant with long, narrow leaves and bright pink flowers. It loves to climb and can often be found growing on fences and walls, making it a lovely addition to gardens.

Habitat: Urban areas, gardens

Appearance

The Narrow-leaved Everlasting-pea has striking clusters of pink-purple, pea-shaped flowers. Its slender, lance-like leaves and prominent winged stems help it climb other plants, adding vibrant color to its surroundings.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderFabalesFamilyFabaceaeGenusLathyrus
Narrow-leaved Everlasting-pea
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Narrow-leaved Everlasting-pea

Category

Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

It can live for many years, which is why it's called 'everlasting'!

Its stems have flat 'wings' that help it climb even better!

Unlike common peas, this plant's seeds are not safe for humans to eat.

Watch its flowers closely, they can change from pink to purplish as they get older!

Special abilities

Ability

Climbing King

Narrow-leaved Everlasting-pea can grow special curly tendrils from its leaves to grab onto other plants, helping it climb high for sunshine.

Ability

Soil Helper

Narrow-leaved Everlasting-pea can team up with tiny root bacteria to pull nitrogen from the air, making the soil richer for itself and other plants.

Measurements & details

Height
100-300 cm
Flower Size
1.5-2.5 cm
Bloom Season
Summer
Edible
No
Toxicity
Mild
Lifecycle
Perennial
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

pollinates

White-tailed Bumblebee

Bombus lucorum

Drinks nectar and carries pollen.

pollinates

European Honey Bee

Apis mellifera

Visits flowers for nectar and pollen.

eaten by

Six-spot Burnet Moth

Zygaena filipendulae

Its caterpillars feed on the leaves.

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always wash your hands after touching plants, just to be safe!

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Narrow-leaved Everlasting-pea?

100-300 cm

How big are the flowers on Narrow-leaved Everlasting-pea?

1.5-2.5 cm

When does Narrow-leaved Everlasting-pea bloom?

Summer

Is Narrow-leaved Everlasting-pea edible?

No

Is Narrow-leaved Everlasting-pea toxic?

Mild

What is Narrow-leaved Everlasting-pea's lifecycle?

Perennial

How is Narrow-leaved Everlasting-pea pollinated?

Insect

Where is Narrow-leaved Everlasting-pea usually found?

Urban areas, gardens

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