Lathyrus pusillus Ell.

Locations ofLathyrus pusillus Ell. in Virginia

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Family
Fabaceae
Botanical Name
Lathyrus pusillus Ell.
Common Name
Tiny Pea, Small Vetchling
Synonym(s)
Flora of Virginia Name/Status
Lathyrus pusillus Ell.
Comments
The native distribution of this species is strongly centered in the lower Midwest (Texas, Okla., Ark., La.). It seems likely that the scattered, disjunct occurrences in ruderal habitats of our region are introductions.
Habitat
Fields, roadsides, and other open, disturbed habitats. Rare, Piedmont; collected only from Goochland, Henrico, and Mecklenburg counties.
Native Status
Not Specified

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