What is the scientific name of common/garden pea?

The binomial system of nomenclature was introduced by Carl Linnaeus in 1753. The scientific name of the common garden pea is Pisum sativum, where Pisum represents the genus and sativum denotes the species.

Additional Information

1. Gregor Mendel, known as the Father of Genetics, discovered the fundamental laws of inheritance through his experiments on pea plants.
2. He conducted hybridization experiments on nearly 29,000 pea plants.
3. Peas were an ideal choice for Mendel because they had several easily observable traits — he studied seven distinct characteristics.

Note: Why Pea Plants Were Ideal for Genetic Experiments

1. The flowers are bisexual.
2. They are self-pollinating, allowing both self and cross-pollination.
3. Their physical traits are clear and easy to study.
4. They have a short life span and are easy to grow and maintain.