Leguminous

/lɪˈɡjuːmɪnəs/
adjective

Relating to or from the plants from the legume family (like peas, lentils, soybeans).

Clovers are leguminous plants commonly found in pastures and fields.
Visual representation of "leguminous" - Relating to or from the plants from the legume family (like peas, lentils, soybeans).

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adjective

Relating to or containing the type of protein found in peas and beans.

Leguminous foods such as lentils and chickpeas are an excellent source of protein.
Visual representation of "leguminous" - Relating to or containing the type of protein found in peas and beans.

Often appears as...

  • leguminous foods
  • leguminous protein
adjective

Relating to or from the plants from the legume family (like peas, lentils, soybeans).

Clovers are leguminous plants commonly found in pastures and fields.
Visual representation of "leguminous" - Relating to or from the plants from the legume family (like peas, lentils, soybeans).

Often appears as...

  • leguminous plants
  • leguminous crops
adjective

Relating to or containing the type of protein found in peas and beans.

Leguminous foods such as lentils and chickpeas are an excellent source of protein.
Visual representation of "leguminous" - Relating to or containing the type of protein found in peas and beans.

Often appears as...

  • leguminous foods
  • leguminous protein
Definition 1 of 2
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Botanical Context

Used to describe plants within the Fabaceae family, which are capable of nitrogen fixing.

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Rotating leguminous crops with cereals improves soil fertility.
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Ecosystem Role

Emphasizes the ecological benefits of leguminous plants in agriculture and natural settings.

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Leguminous shrubs enhance the nitrogen content in orchards.
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Distinctive Features

Highlights characteristics like seed pods that split into two sections.

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The leguminous plant's seed pods crack open when dry.
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Botanical Context

Used to describe plants within the Fabaceae family, which are capable of nitrogen fixing.

Illustration for Botanical Context
Rotating leguminous crops with cereals improves soil fertility.
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Ecosystem Role

Emphasizes the ecological benefits of leguminous plants in agriculture and natural settings.

Illustration for Ecosystem Role
Leguminous shrubs enhance the nitrogen content in orchards.
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Distinctive Features

Highlights characteristics like seed pods that split into two sections.

Illustration for Distinctive Features
The leguminous plant's seed pods crack open when dry.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Botanical Context

Used to describe plants within the Fabaceae family, which are capable of nitrogen fixing.

Illustration for Botanical Context
Rotating leguminous crops with cereals improves soil fertility.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Ecosystem Role

Emphasizes the ecological benefits of leguminous plants in agriculture and natural settings.

Illustration for Ecosystem Role
Leguminous shrubs enhance the nitrogen content in orchards.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Distinctive Features

Highlights characteristics like seed pods that split into two sections.

Illustration for Distinctive Features
The leguminous plant's seed pods crack open when dry.
Visual representation of the word "Leguminous"

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