lathyrus

[US]/ˈlæθɪrəs/
[UK]/ˈlæθɪrəs/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A genus of flowering plants in the legume family (Fabaceae), commonly known as vetchlings or wild peas, including the sweet pea.
Word Forms
Plurallathyruss

Phrases & Collocations

lathyrus species

lathyrus genus

lathyrus flower

lathyrus toxicity

lathyrus poisoning

cultivating lathyrus

lathyrus garden

Example Sentences

lathyrus odoratus is commonly known as the sweet pea flower in gardens worldwide.

the vibrant lathyrus blooms attracted numerous pollinators to the summer garden.

some lathyrus species have been used in traditional herbal medicine for centuries.

farmers often plant lathyrus as a cover crop to enrich the soil with nitrogen.

the sweet fragrance of lathyrus flowers filled the evening air with delicate perfume.

lathyrus tuberosus produces edible tubers that are valued in certain cuisines.

scientists are researching compounds in lathyrus for potential medicinal applications.

the climbing vines of lathyrus created a beautiful green arch over the garden path.

lathyrus sativus is cultivated as a pulse crop in several regions around the world.

when growing lathyrus, gardeners must ensure the soil has proper drainage conditions.

ancient civilizations wove lathyrus flowers into ceremonial garlands and decorative arrangements.

in floriography, lathyrus flowers represent delicate pleasures and graceful gratitude.

certain lathyrus varieties can fix atmospheric nitrogen through specialized root nodules.

the horticulturist developed a new hybrid variety of lathyrus with enhanced fragrance.

lathyrus leaves contain compounds that may have antioxidant properties worth exploring.

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