Cowpea Definition

Cowpea, also known as blackeye beans or black-eyed peas, is a species of legume in the genus Vigna, native to Africa. It is an annual plant widely cultivated as food in many parts of the world, particularly in the Southern United States, where it is a common ingredient in soul food and Southern cooking. The seed is often eaten fresh or dried and used in soups, stews, and salads.