About Lathyrus aureus (G.Lodd. ex Drapiez) D.Brândza
Lathyrus aureus, commonly known as the golden pea, is a flowering plant species in the Fabaceae pea family. It is native to Greece, Turkey, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Russia, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Ukraine, Bulgaria, and Romania. This bushy herbaceous perennial produces many erect spikes of dusky yellow or orange flowers in early summer. Each of these spikes is 1.5–2 cm (0.59–0.79 in) long. Lathyrus aureus is cultivated as an ornamental plant, and grows best in a sunny or partially shaded location with rich neutral or acid soil. Contact with this plant may cause mild indigestion, so it is best handled while wearing gloves.
