Hairypod Cowpea

Vigna luteola, Fabaceae

Zones

9–11

Layer

Ground Cover

Lifespan

Annual

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerGround CoverMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Smooth RattleboxCrotalaria pallida

Pest DeterrentTrap CropNitrogen Fixation

White-flowered Pigeon PeaAtylosia albicans

Nitrogen FixationPollinator SharingPhysical Support

AlexandergrassBrachiaria plantaginea

Nitrogen Fixation

Shortflower RattleboxCrotalaria breviflora DC.

Nitrogen FixationPollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Common WireweedSida acuta

Nitrogen FixationPhysical Support

Antagonistic Plants

Burgundy BeanMacroptilium bracteatum

Related legume vines compete for growing space and rhizobial partnerships

Rough JointvetchAeschynomene rudis

Both legumes compete for similar growing conditions and rhizobial associations

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationRapid Ground CoverBeach StabilizationSalt Tolerance

Edible Parts

Seeds

Common Questions

What zones does Hairypod Cowpea grow in?

Hairypod Cowpea grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

Is Hairypod Cowpea a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Hairypod Cowpea is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Hairypod Cowpea?

Good companions for Hairypod Cowpea include Smooth Rattlebox, White-flowered Pigeon Pea, Alexandergrass, Shortflower Rattlebox, Common Wireweed.

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