Torrey's peavine facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Torrey's peavine |
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Lathyrus
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torreyi
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Lathyrus torreyi, also called Torrey's peavine or redwood pea, is a special plant. It is a type of legume, which means it's related to peas and beans. This plant lives for many years, growing back each spring. You can find it growing naturally in the forests along the West Coast of the United States.
About Torrey's Peavine
Torrey's peavine is a beautiful plant that adds color to the forest floor. It gets its name from a famous botanist, John Torrey. This plant is a great example of the many different kinds of plants that grow in North America.
Where It Grows
This plant loves to grow in wooded areas. It can be found from the state of Washington all the way down to California.
- In Washington, you might see it as far north as Pierce County, Washington.
- It grows south through Oregon.
- Its range extends to Monterey, California.
This wide area shows how tough and adaptable this little peavine is!
What It Looks Like
Torrey's peavine is known for its pretty flowers.
- The flowers are a lovely bluish color.
- They are quite small, usually between 8 and 13 millimeters long. That's about the size of a small button!
- The plant itself often grows along the ground or climbs on other plants in the forest.
