One of several plants referred to as grass vetchling, Lathyrus digitatus, is a non-climbing member of the pea family and does not have tendrils. the attractive two tone pink flowers arranged in a drooping spike. It has narrrow grass-like leaves and the stems are angled but not winged.

Lathyrus digitatus contains bioactive compounds, including anti-oxidants which have the potential to be used as new nutraceuticals, that is a food which has positive medical or health benefits.