The development of Lathyrus japonicus Willd. (Fabaceae) in the first year of life in the cultivated condition

We describe some of the biological peculiarities of the relict species of Fabaceae - Lathyrus japonicus. We pay special attention to the dynamics of germination of cultivated plants, as well as to the energy of germination and its success. The description of developmental stages from the germination to the appearance of the above- and underground parts at virginal period is given.