moth bean

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moth bean

A farmer harvests moth beans from a small field.

Definition

Noun: 1. A leguminous plant (Vigna aconitifolia): A drought-resistant, annual, trailing herb native to South Asia, characterized by hairy foliage, small yellow flowers, and cylindrical pods containing small, oblong seeds. 2. The edible seed of this plant: A small, yellowish-brown bean used as a food source, often dried and cooked.

Usage
  • The moth bean is a crucial crop in arid regions due to its hardiness.
  • Farmers in Rajasthan cultivate moth bean for both human consumption and animal fodder.
  • After harvesting, the moth beans are dried and stored for later use.
Advanced Usage
  • As a soil conditioner: The plant is valued in agriculture for its ability to fix nitrogen in the soil, improving fertility for subsequent crops.
    • Planting moth bean as a cover crop helps condition the soil naturally.
Variants and Related Words
  • Scientific synonym: Sometimes classified under the genus (e.g., ), though it is more accurately placed in the genus .
  • Common names: Mat bean, matki, Turkish gram, dew bean.
Synonyms
  • Mat bean
  • Matki
Different Meanings / Contexts
  • Botanical Context: Refers specifically to the plant species .
  • Culinary/Agricultural Context: Refers primarily to the edible seed produced by this plant.
moth bean

A farmer harvests moth beans from a small field.

Noun
  1. East Indian legume having hairy foliage and small yellow flowers followed by cylindrical pods; used especially in India for food and forage and as a soil conditioner; sometimes placed in genus Phaseolus

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