tangier peavine
Definition
Noun A North African annual plant (Lathyrus tingitanus) that resembles the sweet pea, characterized by showy but odorless flowers.
Usage
Tangier peavine is used as the common name for this specific flowering plant species. It is primarily employed in botanical, horticultural, and gardening contexts.
Examples
- The garden's border was brightened by a row of tangier peavine.
- Unlike the common sweet pea, the tangier peavine has no fragrance.
- Tangier peavine is often grown as an ornamental annual for its vibrant blooms.
Advanced Usage
- The term is used in plant taxonomy and identification guides to distinguish from other species within the genus.
Variants and Related Words
- Tangier pea: A less common variant of the common name.
- Lathyrus tingitanus: The scientific binomial name for the species.
- Sweet pea: A common name for the related, fragrant species .
Synonyms
- Tangier vetchling: An alternative common name.
- Lathyrus tingitanus: The formal, scientific synonym.
Noun
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North African annual resembling the sweet pea having showy but odorless flowers
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