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Authors
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1 Department of Plant Breeding and Genetics, J. N. Agricultural University, Jabalpur, M. P., IN
Source
The Indian Journal of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vol 14, No 1 (1977), Pagination: 8-10
Abstract
Pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan (L) Millsp.) plant produces protein rich seeds which are commonly used as 'Dhal' (split seed/pulse) and could also be consumed as vegetable at edible green pod stage. Its value as a delicious protein rich vegetable has not been widely appreciated in this subcontinent nor the reports are available about the chemical or nutritional characteristics of varieties preferred for use as vegetable.