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Definition of lathyrus

lathyrus

/ˈlæθ.ɪ.rəs/
lath · y · rus
Plural:lathyruses
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• noun

1

Any climbing or trailing plant of the genus Lathyrus in the pea family (Fabaceae), native primarily to temperate regions and widely cultivated for its showy, often fragrant butterfly-shaped flowers in shades of pink, purple, red, white, or yellow, including the sweet pea and everlasting pea.

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180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lathyrus. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lathyrus
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