Earthnut, (Tuberous pea).France

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Earthnut, (Tuberous pea).  Lathyrus-tuberosus.  Gesse-tubéreuse.France
 

Perennial.

Height.    30cm - 1.2 metres. Climbing or sprawling.

Flowers.  Bright crimson.

Flowering period.  June - Sept

Habitat.    Grassland, rough scrub, hedgerows, arable land.  Mainly calcareous soils. Edible roots - was grown as a fodder crop.

Regions in France.   All.

Protection in  France.   None known.

 
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