What is another word for Family Leguminosae?
Pronunciation: [fˈamɪli lˈɛɡjuːmˌɪnəsˌiː] (IPA) 
Family Leguminosae, also known as the pea family, is a large and diverse group of plants that includes many common garden vegetables and legumes such as peas, beans, lentils, and soybeans. The family is also known by several different synonyms, including Fabaceae and Papilionaceae. This family is characterized by its distinctive flower structure, consisting of a petal, two wing petals, and two fused petals that resemble a boat. These flowers typically give way to long, slender seed pods that contain multiple seeds. Many members of the Leguminosae family are valued for their nitrogen-fixing abilities, which help to improve soil fertility and support sustainable agriculture.
