The pea (a.k.a. bean or legume) family, Fabaceae, is the third largest plant family and includes a plethora of vines, herbs, shrubs, and trees. It is sometimes called by its older name, Leguminosae, and includes around 20,000 species and 750…
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The pea (a.k.a. bean or legume) family, Fabaceae, is the third largest plant family and includes a plethora of vines, herbs, shrubs, and trees. It is sometimes called by its older name, Leguminosae, and includes around 20,000 species and 750…
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder! Hairy cowpea (Vigna luteola) is a twining vine with bright yellow flowers that are held on long flower stalks (pedicels). This member of the pea family, Fabacae, can smother other vegetation, especially…