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The black-eyed pea (Vigna unguiculata unguiculata), native to Africa and particularly Angola and Benin, is a small annual legume that grows up to 1-2 feet tall with hairy stems and leaves. Black-Eyed Pea (Latin: Vigna unguiculata unguiculata) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Black-Eyed Pea is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Black-Eyed Pea is a member native to ANG, BEN, BOT, BUR, CMN, and CPP. The black-eyed pea thrives in full to partial sun and prefers well-drained soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Black-Eyed Pea grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun, partial sun/shade light, dry, moist water, and annual life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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