Catjang bean, Cowpea, Marble pea
Vigna unguiculata subsp. catjang
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
Probably now Vigna unguiculata subsp. cylindrica
There are about 150 Vigna species. They are mostly in the tropics.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Bangladesh, Central Africa, Congo, Europe, India, Italy, Mauritius, Mediterranean, North Africa, Portugal
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Seeds, pods, leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Barbati
Synonyms
Vigna catjang Walp.;