Can you eat Lathyrus odoratus?
Symptoms: Accidental ingestion does not result in poisoning. However eating large quantities of seed for weeks to months can result in a paralytic syndrome. Symptoms can include paralysis, slow and weak pulse, breathing difficulty and convulsions. Warning: Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
Is Lathyrus poisonous?
The seeds of sweet peas are mildly poisonous, containing lathyrogens that, if ingested, in large quantities can cause a condition called Lathyrus. Symptoms of Lathyrus are paralysis, labored breathing, and convulsions.
How to grow Sweet Pea Cupani?
Prefers a moist but well drained soil in full sun. Will require a framework on which to climb. Allow 2 plants per frame. Feed and water regularly.
What are the best scented sweet peas?
Six of the best scented sweet peas.
- Lathyrus odoratus ‘Linda Carole’ Launched by Derek Heathcote who has produced some fine varieties since he started his business in 1992.
- Lathyrus odoratus ‘Matucana’
- Lathyrus odoratus ‘Our Harry.
- Sweet Pea ‘Valerie Harrod.
- Grandiflora Sweet Peas.
Which sweet peas are toxic?
With the growing interest in edible flowers, it is very important to be specific with the name. Although garden peas, (Pisum sativum) such as English peas, edible podded peas and snow peas are edible, sweet peas (Lathyrus odoratus) are poisonous – especially the flowers and seeds.
What is the common name of Lathyrus?
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| Title | Caption |
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| Flowers | Lathyrus odoratus (sweet pea); flowers. As the specific name implies, the flowers of L. odortaus are very fragrant. |
| Flowers | Lathyrus odoratus (sweet pea); flowers. As the specific name implies, the flowers of L. odortaus are very fragrant. |
How tall do cupani sweet peas grow?
1.8m
Height. 1.8m (6ft) Common name.
Are sweet peas native UK?
Plant Details This perennial British native sweet pea is now rather rare. Known as the Wood Pea, it throws out enormous numbers of flesh pink flowers on strong stems, being even more vigorous and floriferous than Lathyrus latifolius.
Why don’t my sweet peas smell?
A: Sweet pea fragrance varies among the varieties. Some of the modern hybrids aren’t as fragrant as the older and Spencer varieties. Rain, high temperatures, time of day and the age of the flower also influence the fragrance.
Will sweet peas grow up trellis?
Sweet peas are climbing plants and need some support as they grow. Most people use garden canes, trellis, wigwams, and obelisks. You can also buy (or make) sweet pea rings or simple wire supports, especially up against a wall. Sweet pea plants wind tendrils around the supports so they shouldn’t need tying in.
What to do with pea pods after shelling?
It always seems sad to compost empty shell-pea pods once you’ve shucked and eaten the peas. There’s still a lot of nutrients and flavor in the pods, so with a few steps you can turn the shells into a pretty green puree to use in sauces and pasta dishes. -Blanch the pea shells by adding them to a pot of boiling water.