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Lathyrus vestitus var. vestitus

Lathyrus vestitus var. vestitus, commonly known as the clothed pea, is a specialized medicinal legume valued for its unique phytochemical profile. Native to specific ecological niches, this variety offers therapeutic potential through its bioactive compounds, providing traditional practitioners with a natural resource for treating various ailments and promoting wellness.

  • Scientific name: Lathyrus vestitus var. vestitus
  • Family: Fabaceae
  • Native range: Northern America

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae and the genus Lathyrus. Specifically, it is identified as the variety vestitus within the species Lathyrus vestitus.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Fabales WCVP
Family Fabaceae WCVP
Genus Lathyrus WCVP

Common Names

This plant, Lathyrus vestitus var. vestitus, is known by various regional names across different linguistic groups. In English, it is commonly referred to as the clothed pea, while in Spanish, it is known as guisante vestido. In French, the plant is called pois vêtu, and in Portuguese, it is identified as ervilha vestida.
Language Common Name Source

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific range across several regions in North America. In the Northwestern United States, its presence is noted within the state of Oregon. Moving southward, it can also be found throughout the Southwestern United States, specifically in California. The distribution extends further south into the country of Mexico. Within that nation, the species is located in the Northwest region of Mexico.

Region Area Source
Northwestern U.S.A. Oregon WCVP
Southwestern U.S.A. California WCVP
Mexico Mexico Northwest WCVP