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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.

Marsh Vetchling (Lathyrus palustris)

The blue flowers of Marsh Vetchling.

Marsh Vetchling (Lathyrus palustris)

Marsh Vetchling (Lathyrus palustris)

View of flowers from above.

Marsh Vetchling (Lathyrus palustris)

Marsh Vetchling leaves.