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| Identification |
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Genus
Vigna
Species
sinensis
Variety
Cultivar
Common names
cowpea
field peas
Southern peas
Family
FABACEAE
Specimen number
S11994
Data source
UnVeg p141
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| Life cycle |
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Life form
Terrestrial
Life cycle
Annual,Biennial
Life span
Annual cycle
Not applicable
Stature
Various
Growth form
Not applicable
Growth habit
Various
Overall height
Overall spread
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| Climate |
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Sunshine
Full sun to partial shade
Water
Optimal soil texture
Soil texture 07
Acceptable soil pH
Slightly acidic
USDA hardiness
Not classified
AHS heat zones
Not classified
Sunset climate zones
Not classified
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| Garden |
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Suitable for gardens
no
Nursery
Unknown
Compost
no
Size at acquisition
Unknown
Garden location
Unknown
Garden notes
Full sun to partial shade is needed for Vigna sinensis to do its best.
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| Special qualities |
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Tolerates drought
no
Tolerates high humidity
no
Tolerates seaside conditions
no
Insect resistant
no
Disease resistant
no
Deer resistant
no
Best uses
Symbiosis
Attracts butterflies
no
Attracts hummingbirds
no
Autumn foliage
no
Colorful berries
no
Desirable qualities
Other interest
Other interest color
Other interest period
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| Adverse factors |
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Common pests
Poisonous parts
Poisonous indications
Internal poison
no
Dermatologic poison
no
Livestock poison
no
Mechanical injury
no
Hay fever pollen
Hay fever season
Adverse qualities
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| Herbal medicine |
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Medicinal properties
Medicinal parts
Has medicinal uses
no
Do not self-administer
no
Do no use if pregnant
no
Legally restricted
no
Toxicity precautions
Medicinal notes
The seed pods of this plant and the beans are both edible. Its most notable nutritional component is protein. Vigna sinensis is most often used dried or fresh.
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| Traditional uses |
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Parts used
Traditional uses
Contemporary uses
Fragrance
Fragrance parts
Fragrance intensity
Fragrance category
Dye parts
Dye color
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| Cultivation |
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Propagule
Seed
Pollination method
Planting style
Climbing
Crop spacing
3"
Row spacing
3'
Cold frame
8 weeks
Planting period
Jun 01 - Jun 30
Harvesting period
Frost tolerance
Very tender
Heat requirement
Warm
Fertilizer
Potassium
Time to harvest
55 to 70 days
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| Nutrition |
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Is edible
yes
Culinary uses
Fresh
Dried
Nutritional value
Protein
Edible parts
Seed pods
Beans
Description of edible parts
Flavor / texture
has pods with a hearty flavor
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| Horticulture |
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Horticulture notes
The best month for planting is June. Typical crop spacing is 3". Space rows about 3' apart. Harden in a cold frame for 8 weeks prior to setting out. It requires warm days for good production. It is very tender and will die on the first cold night. Potassium is required for optimal growth. Estimated time to harvest is 55 to 70 days. Vigna sinensis is typically propagated by seed.
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| Herbarium |
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Tag needs printing
no
Collection notes
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