What kind of crop is pea and what family of plants does it belong to?

What kind of crop is peas?

The fruit of pea is a pod, also known as green pea, wheat pea, snow pea, etc. It is a plant of the Rosaceae, Fabaceae, and Pisum genus. It is moderately sensitive to chlorine and is a common vegetable grown in daily life. Its nutritional value is comprehensive and balanced, and it also has the effect of invigorating the middle qi and stopping diarrhea.

Pea production area distribution

Peas originated in the Mediterranean region and are currently mainly grown in Europe and Asia. They are also widely distributed in my country. Common producing areas include Henan, Hubei, Hunan, Shandong, Hebei, Sichuan, Jiangsu, Qinghai, Jiangxi and other provinces. my country's pea production is second only to Canada.

Pea yield and economic benefits

If peas are planted well, the yield is still considerable, usually around 600-800 kilograms per mu. However, if the environment is not suitable, the yield per mu can only reach around 300-400 kilograms.

Growing peas is relatively profitable. The price of this vegetable varies in different regions, ranging from 4 to 10 yuan per catty. It tastes good and has a high yield, so it is deeply loved by people. The market prospects have always been good, and its economic value is very high.