Jack Bean (Noun)
Meaning
Annual semi-erect bushy plant of tropical South America bearing long pods with white seeds grown especially for forage.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The jack bean is an annual semi-erect bushy plant that is widely cultivated in tropical regions for its nutritional value as forage.
- Farmers in South America often plant jack beans as a rotational crop to replenish the soil with nitrogen and provide forage for livestock.
- Jack beans are an excellent source of protein and are commonly used as animal feed in tropical regions.
- The long pods of the jack bean plant contain white seeds that are rich in nutrients and are used as a nutritious forage for cattle.
- In some parts of South America, jack beans are considered a valuable crop due to their ability to thrive in poor soil conditions and provide a reliable source of forage.