Beach pea (Lathyrus japonicus) is a native perennial with edible pods that are similar to cultivated peas. Beach pea can be found along beaches in New England. The beach pea can be identified by its compound leaves and purple flowers that become pods in late summer. Pods are purplish at first, ripening to green. Shoots […] The post Lathyrus japonicus – Beach Pea appeared first on Eat The Planet.
