Planting unit

True seedTrue seed:
A mature fertilized ovule consisting of an embryo, with or without and external food reserve (e.g., endosperm) enclosed by the testa.

Shape

Oblong

Size

• Length: 1.5–2 mm
• Width: 1–1.5 mm
• Thickness: 0.5–1 mm

Color

Dark or light brown background overlayed with purple mottling.

Texture

Smooth

Other structures

HilumHilum:
The scar on the seed coat at the place of its detachment from the seed stalk (funiculus).
located midway on the longer side.

Family

Fabaceae

Valid name

Alysicarpus vaginalis (L.) DC.