لوبياء Cowpea

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