Legume

Pigeon Pea

Cajanus cajan

✓ Common
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📝 About This Seed

Perennial legume, highly drought resistant

🌾 Growing Information

Maturity Period
180 days
Growing Season
Long rains
Drought Tolerance
💪 High
Expected Yield
0.5-0.8 tons/hectare

Climate Requirements

Rainfall
250-700 mm
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Temperature
18°-38°C

📚 Traditional Knowledge

Cultural Significance

Critical food during dry seasons, lives for 3-5 years

👥 Seed Guardians (1)

M
Mwethia Farmers Group
Kibwezi, near Tiva River

Quick Facts

Crop Type
Legume
Variety
Katuli local
Family
Fabaceae
Origin
India/East Africa
Conservation Status
Common
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