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Indian Pea

Lathyrus sativus

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (Angola), Asia (5 countries), Europe (24 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Ecuador).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (पादप)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (मैग्नोलियोप्सीडा)

Order

Fabales (Legumes & Allies)

Species

Lathyrus sativus (Indian Pea)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish chícharo

French Gesse blanche

German Saat-Platterbse

Portuguese chícaro

Arabic gelban

Similar Species in Lathyrus

Critically Endangered

Broad-Leaf Everlasting Pea

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Indian Pea?

The scientific name of Indian Pea is Lathyrus sativus. It belongs to the genus Lathyrus.

Where does Indian Pea live?

Indian Pea is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Angola), Asia (5 countries), Europe (24 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Chile, Ecuador).. Countries include Albania, Angola, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile.

What family does Indian Pea belong to?

Indian Pea (Lathyrus sativus) belongs to the genus Lathyrus, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.

What kingdom does Indian Pea belong to?

Indian Pea (Lathyrus sativus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (पादप).

What are the closest relatives of Indian Pea?

The closest relatives of Indian Pea in the genus Lathyrus include Angled pea, black pea, Belin Sweet Pea, Bitter Vetch, Broad-Leaf Everlasting Pea.