Lathyrus tremolsianus
Care, watering, light and tips for Lathyrus tremolsianus on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Fabaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 5 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 5–35 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Lathyrus tremolsianus
Lathyrus tremolsianus, known as Valencian pea, is an annual climbing legume endemic to the Valencian Community. Its delicate pink and purple flowers, along with its tender green foliage, make it ideal for adorning pergolas, fences, or as a hanging plant in pots, adding a wild and charming touch.
Native range
Valencian Community, Spain
Care tips
It requires full sun exposure for abundant flowering and well-drained soil, preferably with some organic matter. Watering should be regular, keeping the substrate slightly moist but avoiding waterlogging, especially during flowering. It is crucial to provide a support for climbing from a young age and to avoid extreme soil dryness, which could stress the plant and reduce its blooming.
How to save a dying Lathyrus tremolsianus
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or wilted leaves, weak or drooping stems, lack of flowering or pods.
- First aid
- Check watering (avoid waterlogging), provide support if falling, place in cool partial shade.
- What kills it
- Overwatering causing root rot or prolonged drought, intense direct sun exposure.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots are not completely rotted and quick action is taken with proper care.