Cowpea Seeds

Description

Cowpea, Vigna unguiculata, is a climbing annual in the family Fabaceae grown for its edible seeds and pods. The cowpea plant is usually erect and possess ribbed stems and smooth trifoliate leaves which are arranged alternately on the stems. … As the seeds reach maturity the pod changes color to tan or brown.The good: This food is low in Saturated Fat and Sodium, and very low in Cholesterol. It is also a good source of Protein and Niacin, and a very good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, Copper and Manganese.