Lathyrus palustris – a newly discovered species in Slovenia
Abstract
A conspicuous wetland species, Lathyrus palustris L. with Holarctic distribution has been discovered as new for the flora of Slovenia, although the wetland flora and vegetation of the country is relatively well studied. We recorded the species in the area of the intermittent Lake Cerknica, growing in different herbaceous wetland plant communities. The ecology fits the data from the surrounding regions. Our finding fills an important gap in the distribution area between Southeastern and Central Europe, where the species’ rarity has resulted in it being declared endangered and accordingly protected.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Botany and Plant Ecology Studies
Mediterranean and Iberian flora and fauna
Plant Ecology and Taxonomy Studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Acta Botanica Croatica
- Volume
- 85
- Issue
- 2
- Pages
- 172–175
- Publication date
- 19 January 2026
- Language
- EN