The word "dou" 豆 in Chinese means "bean" and "miao" 妙 means "wonderful, marvelous". The plant is so named because the pods are delicious and the vine is vigorous and easy to grow. Dou miao is a versatile plant that can be grown as a vine or a bush. The vine can grow up to 15 feet (4.5 meters) long, while the bush grows only 2 to 3 feet (0.6 to 0.9 meters) tall. The leaves are compound, with three leaflets. The leaflets are modified into tendrils that help the plant climb. The flowers are small, but are very colorful, with shades of white, pink, and purple. The pods are green, elongated, and globose. The seeds are edible and are enclosed in the pod. The pods are delicious and can be eaten fresh or cooked. The seeds are also edible and can be cooked in a variety of ways. Dou miao is a very easy plant to grow. It can be grown in most climates and does well in both cold and hot weather. The vine can be grown in a garden or in a pot. The bush is also easy to grow and does well in a pot. Dou miao is a fast-growing plant and can be harvested within 60 to 70 days. Dou miao is a nutritious plant that is high in protein and fiber. It is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. The pods are especially high in protein and fiber. The seeds are also a good source of protein and fiber. Dou miao is a healthy plant that can be eaten fresh or cooked. | |
A widely cultivated climbing annual vine (Pisum sativum) native to Eurasia, having compound leaves with terminal leaflets modified into tendrils and globose, edible seeds enclosed in a green, elongated pod. |
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