Veiny Pea (Lathyrus Venosus) is a perennial vine in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Lathyrus venosus, commonly known as Veiny Pea, is a perennial vine-like plant with distinctive purple to bi-colored purple and white flowers, notable for their rich lavender/pink color and darker veination.

Veiny Pea

Veiny Pea

Lathyrus Venosus

Lathyrus venosus, commonly known as Veiny Pea, is a perennial vine-like plant with distinctive purple to bi-colored purple and white flowers, notable for their rich lavender/pink color and darker veination.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, nitrogen fixer, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Veiny Pea

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Lathyrus