pigeonpeas
Pigeon peas, or Cajanus cajan, is a warm-season tropical legume in the pea family Fabaceae. It is an annual or short-lived perennial grown for its seeds and pods. The plant is native to the Indian subcontinent and has been cultivated for centuries; today it is widely grown in Africa, the Caribbean, South America, and parts of Southeast Asia. Common names include pigeon pea, red gram, and arhar in various regions.
Uses: The dried seeds are consumed as staple pulses in many cuisines; split and hulled seeds are
Growth and ecology: Pigeon peas tolerate heat and drought better than many legumes and are suited to
Nutrition and ecology: Seeds are a good source of plant-based protein and dietary fiber, with notable minerals
Harvest and pests: Dried seeds store well and are used year-round; green pods and leaves are used