Caragana boisii (Leguminosae) Deciduous shrub

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Caragana boisii
Deciduous shrub
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The Caragana boisii plant species is found in E. Asia - China. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as C. microphylla crasse-aculeata. C. arborescens crasse-aculeata.

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Latin Name:  Caragana boisii
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  Schneid

Known Hazards:  The following report belongs to the closely related C. arborescens. Reports that this plant contains toxins have not been substantiated[65]. The occurrence of cystine in the seeds is doubtful[65].

Mature Height:  6   Mature Width:  4

Habitat:  Not known

Edible Uses: The following uses are for the closely related C. arborescens and can probably also be applied to this species[K]. Seed - cooked[2, 105]. Small but produced in abundance[11], there are 4 - 6 seeds per pod[202]. A bland flavour, it is best used in spicy dishes[183]. The raw seed has a mild pea-like flavour, though we are not sure if it should be eaten in quantity when raw[K]. The seed contains 12.4% of a fatty oil and up to 36% protein[183], it has been recommended as an emergency food for humans[65]. Young pods - cooked and used as a vegetable[46, 61, 105, 177, 183].

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