Introduction of Vigna unguiculata

·  Common name: Cowpea, long bean, kacang panjang, and etc. 

  Origin:  Southern Africa.

  Distributed area: Africa, Asia, Europe, United States and                   Central and South America.

   Scientific classification:

Scientific Classification
Kingdom	Plantae
Order	Fabales
Family	Fabaceae
Genus	Vigna
Scientific name	Vigna unguiculata

·       Characteristic:

Ø High in protein content.

Ø Able to adapt in many challenging environment such as intercropping environment and drought.

Ø Able to enhanced soil fertility and prevent erosion.

Ø Very importance for developing country.

Ø Produce yield in short period of time.

Ø Easy to grow.