Nevada Sweet Pea

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Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Lathyrus lanszwertii is a species of sweet pea known by the common names Nevada sweet pea or peavine. It is found in western North America from California to Texas to British Columbia. It is a tender vining perennial which bears lavender, fuchsia, or white pea flowers, and pods containing inedible peas. There is much variation among individuals of this species, and there are several distinct varieties:

Plant overview

Plant type

Perennial herb

Color

White, Purple, Lavender

Natural setting

Plant communities

Yellow Pine Forest

Wildlife supported

Hummingbirds

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Pollinators supported

0 confirmed and 62 likely

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Confirmed

Texas Striped Sweat Bee

Agapostemon texanus

Sara Orangetip

Anthocharis sara

Bumblebee-like Digger Bee

Anthophora bomboides

Cactus Mason Bee

Ashmeadiella cactorum

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Peas

Lathyrus oleraceus

Alternative names

Common names:

Thickleaf Peavine, Peavine, Nevada Pea

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