10 Seeds Pigeon Pea Cajanus cajan Edible Legume Tropical Shrub

Pigeon pea is a warm-season perennial legume shrub grown for its protein-rich seeds and ornamental value. It produces yellow and red pea-like flowers followed by slender pods filled with edible seeds, thriving in tropical and subtropical climates. This versatile plant adds height, texture, and nitrogen-fixing benefits to gardens and food forests.

Pigeon peas are commonly used in soups, stews, and rice dishes as a staple culinary legume. The shrub grows upright and bushy, reaching heights of 4 to 8 feet, and can be grown as a perennial in warm zones or as an annual in cooler regions. It performs well in full sun with well-drained soil and offers a productive harvest over a long season.
Species: Cajanus cajan
Type: Tropical perennial legume shrub
Plant_Habit: Upright bushy shrub
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, sandy loam
Days_to_Harvest: 120-180
Zones: 9-11
Germination: 10-14 days
Sowing: 1 inch deep, direct sow after last frost
Spacing: 24-36 inches apart
Notes: Nitrogen-fixing plant that improves soil fertility