Harita Cowpea Seeds
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Variety | Hybrid Cowpea |
| Physical Appearance | Flowers: Pale green, light blue, purple, white, or yellowish, growing in pairs or threes. Pods: Long, cylindrical (8–120 cm), straight or slightly curved, cream to brown or reddish purple when dry. Seeds: White, cream, maroon, brown, or black. Some varieties like black-eyed pea have a white seed with a pigmented "eye" around the hilum. |
| Foliage Type | Hairless leaflets. Terminal leaflet is symmetrical; other leaflets are triangular to egg-shaped. Leaves are about 10 cm long and 7–8 cm wide. |
| Growing Condition | Cowpeas require 3 to 4 hours of sunlight daily. Check plants regularly, spray neem oil, and use Panchagavya to prevent insect infestations. Add compost every 10-15 days to ensure proper nutrition. |
| Germination Rate | 75% |
| Taste | Mild, nutty aroma with a rich, creamy taste, slightly earthy. |
| Appearance | Wrinkled green grains, black, blackeye, browneye, cream-colored seeds. Best for cooking. |
| Tolerance | Moderate drought tolerance. Susceptible to aphids, but neem oil can help prevent pest issues. |
| Use Case | Balcony or terrace & home garden |
| Growth Requirements | Soil mix: Red soil, vermicompost, and coco peat (40:40:20 ratio). Add neem cake to prevent pests. Use 12x12, 15x15, or similar-sized grow bags. Sow seeds 12-14 cm apart at a depth of 1.3 cm. |
| Best Optimum Month/Season | Kharif, Rabi |
| Maturity Days | 60 to 70 days after sowing |
| Number of Seeds | Approximately 30 seeds |
| Quantity/Weight | - |