Parameter | Specification |
Botanical Name | Glycine max |
Common Name | Soybean, Soya bean |
Family | Fabaceae (Leguminosae) |
Plant Type | Annual legume |
Part Used | Seed (bean) |
Seed Shape | Spherical to oval |
Seed Color | Yellow (common), also black, brown, green |
Seed Size | 5–11 mm diameter |
Seed Texture | Smooth, hard outer coat |
Pod Shape | Short, hairy, 2–3 seeds per pod |
Moisture Content | 10–12% (for safe storage) |
Protein Content | 35–40% |
Oil Content | 18–20% |
Uses | Food (tofu, soy milk), oil, feed, industry |