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Cowpea

Vigna unguiculata

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (6 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (Croatia, Italy), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (5 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (植物)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (木兰植物门)

Species

Vigna unguiculata (Cowpea)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish chiclayo

French dolique de Chine

Portuguese feijão-caupi

Turkish Borulce

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cowpea?

The scientific name of Cowpea is Vigna unguiculata. It belongs to the genus Vigna.

Where does Cowpea live?

Cowpea is found in Widely distributed across Africa (6 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (Croatia, Italy), North America (Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (5 countries).. Countries include Australia, Brazil, Burundi, Chad, Colombia, Croatia, Ecuador, Equatorial Guinea, Guinea, Guyana.

What family does Cowpea belong to?

Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) belongs to the genus Vigna, which is part of the taxonomic family Fabaceae.

What kingdom does Cowpea belong to?

Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).

What are the closest relatives of Cowpea?

The closest relatives of Cowpea in the genus Vigna include Bin Jiang Dou, Chang Ye Jiang Dou, Beans not eaten, Black gram, Fula-pulaar.