Cowpea (Black-eyed Pea)
1. Names
Arabic: لوبيا (Lubia), فاصوليا العين السوداء (Black-eyed Bean)
English: Cowpea, Black-eyed pea
Scientific Name: Vigna unguiculata
2. Botanical Description
Family: Fabaceae (Legume family)
Growth: Annual creeping or upright plant
Leaves: Dark green trifoliate
Flowers: White or light purple
Pods: Long (15-30 cm) containing 8-12 seeds
3. Main Varieties
Black-eyed pea: White seeds with a black spot
White cowpea: Pure white seeds
Red cowpea: Red or brown seeds
Green cowpea: Eaten as fresh pods
4. Health Benefits
✓ High-quality protein (23-25%)
✓ Rich in fiber (6-8g per 100g)
✓ Iron source (5mg per 100g)
✓ Contains antioxidants
✓ Gluten-free
5. Medicinal Uses
Anemia treatment: Rich in iron and folate
Digestive health: Dietary fiber content
Blood sugar control: Low glycemic index
Immune support: Zinc and vitamin C
6. Cultivation Methods
Climate: 20-35°C (drought-tolerant)
Soil: Moderately fertile, well-drained
Planting:
Egypt: March-April (summer) or August-September (winter)
Africa: At the start of rains
Irrigation: Minimal (drought-resistant)
Harvest: 60-90 days after planting
7. Used Parts
Dried seeds: Primary use
Leaves: In some traditional remedies
Green pods: Eaten as vegetables
8. Active Compounds
Proteins: Vicin and lectins
Carbohydrates: 55-60% (resistant starch)
Vitamins: B1, B6, folic acid
Minerals: Iron, magnesium, potassium
Amino acids: High lysine content
Export details to all parts of the world
Cowpea grains for export
Drying: Natural sun drying and
industrial drying
Packaging: Bags
Package Weight: 20 kg
Container: 20-foot container
Sorting and Packing: Automate
