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Sweet Pea

Lathyrus odoratus

Photo by Winoria
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Field Notes

Description:

Spotted in Chattanooga, TN. However, pretty sure I saw a similar (or the same?) species in Sydney, Australia.

Habitat:

edges of landscaping, forests, tall grass.

Species ID Suggestions

Sweet pea

Lathyrus odoratus

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EagleEye
My parents have sweet pea growing along a fence (Pennsylvania). It's not invasive - it doesn't grow that quickly and doesn't really spread. It does drop seed so it returns every year but in our experience it has stayed in one spot.
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PublishedAugust 27, 2011

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