Connecticut Plants
Beach Pea
Lathyrus japonicus
- Family: pea (Fabaceae)
- Habitat: sandy shores
- Height: 1-2 feet
- Flower size: 3/4 inch wide
- Flower color: pink to purple
- Flowering time: June to August
- Origin: native
Beach pea pods resemble those of garden peas -- but note the beach peas contain a toxin.