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yellow vetchling

Lathyrus aphaca

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical coniferous forests, and temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, among 7 distinct biome types spanning the Indomalayan and Palearctic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (12 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

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Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)

Species

Lathyrus aphaca (yellow vetchling)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Afaca

French gesse aphylle

German Rankenplatterbse

Portuguese Chícharo-amarelo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of yellow vetchling?

The scientific name of yellow vetchling is Lathyrus aphaca. It belongs to the genus Lathyrus.

What is the conservation status of yellow vetchling?

yellow vetchling (Lathyrus aphaca) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does yellow vetchling live?

yellow vetchling is found in Widely distributed across Asia (4 countries), Europe (12 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Georgia, Germany.

What family does yellow vetchling belong to?

yellow vetchling (Lathyrus aphaca) belongs to the genus Lathyrus, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.

What kingdom does yellow vetchling belong to?

yellow vetchling (Lathyrus aphaca) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of yellow vetchling?

The closest relatives of yellow vetchling in the genus Lathyrus include Kuan Ye Shan Li Dou, Xiang Wan Dou, Belin Sweet Pea, Bitter Vetch, Brown Vetchling.