Marsh Vetchling (Lathyrus palustris)

Marsh Vetchling
Lathyrus palustris

Marsh Vetchling (Lathyrus palustris) Other common names: Marsh Peavine

Other scientific names: Lathyrus pilosus

French names: Gesse des marais

Family: Legume Family (Fabaceae)

Group: Vetches

Similar species:
  •   Tuberous Vetchling (Lathyrus tuberosus)

Flowers: Summer;  Blue/Violet;  Irregular flowers

Leaves: Alternate, Compound, Entire

Habitat: Fields and Open Areas, Wet Areas

Books: Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 114

Native/Non-native: Native

Origin and Meaning of Names:
Scientific Name: palustris: of swamps, marshes

Photographs: 118 photographs available, of which 4 are featured on this page. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTOGRAPHS.

Range Map is at the bottom of the page

Wildflowers ● Vetches

The blue flowers of Marsh Vetchling.

Marsh Vetchling (Lathyrus palustris)

View of flowers from above.

Marsh Vetchling (Lathyrus palustris)

Marsh Vetchling leaves.

Wildflowers ● Vetches

Range map for Marsh Vetchling (Lathyrus palustris)

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Marsh Vetchling Lathyrus palustris

Marsh Vetchling
Lathyrus palustris