crowder pea

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What does crowder pea mean?

A type of cowpea, Vigna unguiculata, closely related to the black-eyed pea, but without the characteristic black spot.

Where does crowder pea come from?

Generally said to be from crowd, due to some varieties having seeds crowded together in the pod, but possibly from crowdy (“porridge, gruel”)

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