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Vigna sinensis

Vigna sinensis

9.9
A climbing plant grown for its edible beans, animal food, and to improve soil
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The seeds of Vigna sinensis are a vital source of protein in many African and Asian diets.

Examples

  • Farmers in the southern states often plant Vigna sinensis to improve soil quality and provide animal fodder.

  • The farmers in Louisiana grow Vigna sinensis for its nutritious seeds.

  • Researchers are studying Vigna sinensis for its drought-resistant properties.

  • Don't forget to plant Vigna sinensis this spring!

  • Farmers in the southern states often plant Vigna sinensis to improve soil quality and provide animal fodder.

  • The seeds of Vigna sinensis are a vital source of protein in many African and Asian diets.

  • The farmers in Louisiana grow Vigna sinensis for its nutritious seeds.

Synonyms

cowpea plant
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  • Specialized
7.5

A spreading annual plant that farmers grow for edible beans and animal feed

is the scientific Latin name for the identical plant used for food and green manure

Surface Forms

Vigna sinensis singular
Vigna sinenses plural

Morphology

Vigna + sinensis

This is a taxonomic Latin binomial combining the genus name 'Vigna' with the adjectival epithet 'sinensis' (meaning 'from China'). A B1 learner who knows 'Vigna' as a plant genus and 'sinensis' as denoting Chinese origin can infer it refers to a species of Vigna from China; binomial names are compositional and cross-linguistically recognizable, so the core meaning is transparent (though specific horticultural details cannot be derived).

Etymology

Vigna sinensis may come from old Latin words: Vigna for a 'bean vine' and sinensis for 'from China'. So the name gives a simple picture of a spreading bean plant from Asia, which fits its use today for edible seeds and as food for animals.