The plant produces pea-like beans with four winged edges… Almost every part of this unique plant is tasty and edible… The fresh young pods are similar to green beans with a chewy texture and a slightly sweet taste… When cooked, the leaves taste like spinach and the flowers like mushrooms… The firm-fleshed roots have a nutty flavor… This remarkable bean could become one of the most important crops for underdeveloped countries, because it offers a high source of protein.
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