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Cowpea is an annual legume plant with slender stems that can grow up to 1-2 meters tall. It has compound leaves with three oval or lance-shaped leaflets. The plant produces attractive white, cream, or light purple flowers with five petals, and the uppermost petal often has a dark spot. Cowpea is known for its edible seeds, pods, and leaves, and it is cultivated worldwide for its nutritional value and versatility.