Garden pea
Garden pea
The Garden pea (Pisum sativum), also known as the green pea, is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae, native to the Mediterranean basin and the Near East. It is an annual plant, with a life cycle of one year.
Pronunciation
Garden pea: /ˈgɑːr.dən piː/
Etymology
The term "Garden pea" is derived from the Latin pisum, which is the Latin word for pea. The word "garden" is used to differentiate it from field peas, which are a different species.
Description
Garden peas are well-known for their edible round green seeds which are borne in pods. The plant is a cool-season crop and is grown worldwide in temperate climates for its seeds. The seeds are high in protein, dietary fiber, and complex carbohydrates, and are a good source of several vitamins and minerals.
Related Terms
- Pea: A general term for plants in the genus Pisum.
- Fabaceae: The plant family to which the garden pea belongs.
- Legume: A type of plant which includes peas and their relatives.
- Pulse (legume): The term for the dried seeds of legume plants.
- Annual plant: A plant that completes its life cycle in one year.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Garden pea
- Wikipedia's article - Garden pea
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