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Canavalia ensiformis

Nutritive

PregnancyNursing

Last updated Mar 29, 2026

Description

Tropical cover crop legume; Concanavalin A (ConA) used in immunology research; seeds used in folk medicine.

Active Compounds

concanavalin Acanavalialectinsproteinfiber

Traditional Uses

food source (cooked)
research tool (ConA)

Modern Uses

immunology research tool
nutritive food (cooked)

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: other
Adult Dose: Thoroughly cooked seeds as food only
Child Dose: As food only (cooked)
Preparation Notes: ConA is powerful lectin mitogen used in research; seeds toxic if undercooked.

Safety Information

Generally safe during pregnancy

Not recommended while nursing

Contraindications

raw consumption (toxic)
legume allergy

Possible Side Effects

GI toxicity if undercooked
lectin reactions

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Canavalia ensiformis

Description

Active Compounds

Traditional Uses

Modern Uses

Contraindications

Possible Side Effects