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Psophocarpus

Psophocarpus

9.9
A group of tropical climbing plants that have edible parts and are high in protein
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : psofocarpus
  • The Psophocarpus genus includes the winged bean, prized for its edible pods and leaves.

Examples

  • Several species of Psophocarpus are used as food crops in Southeast Asia.

  • Farmers in Southeast Asia often grow Psophocarpus for its high protein content.

  • Researchers are studying Psophocarpus for its high protein content and agricultural value.

  • The Psophocarpus plant is known for its nutritious beans.

  • Researchers are studying Psophocarpus for its high protein content and agricultural value.

  • Several species of Psophocarpus are used as food crops in Southeast Asia.

  • The Psophocarpus genus includes the winged bean, prized for its edible pods and leaves.

Compounds

Psophocarpus tetragonolobus
  • Specialized
9.9

A tropical climbing plant with edible winged pods, seeds, roots, and leaves

Surface Forms

Psophocarpus singular
Psophocarpuses plural

Etymology

Psophocarpus likely comes from the Greek roots psophos 'noise' and karpos 'fruit'. So think of a 'noisy fruit' — a pod that might rattle when dry — which helps you remember this group of climbing bean plants, including the winged bean, known for their edible pods.