Soybean

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Soybean
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Scientific classification
Kingdom Information
Kingdom Plantae
Phylum Information
Phylum Spermatophyta
Sub-phylum Magnoliophyta
Class Information
Class Magnoliopsida
Order Information
Order Fabales
Family Information
Family Fabaceae
Genus Information
Genus Glycine
Species Information
Species max
Population statistics

The soybean, also known as the soya bean is a plant native to Eastern Asia. It is often used in the production of vegetarian-safe foods, such as soy milk or infant formula. It is also a source of vitamin E. Soy milk is used as a mild alternative for people suffering from lactose intolerance or chronic heartburn, and soybeans are the primary ingredient in a foodstuff called tofu, frequently used in East Asian cuisine. Soy sauce, made from fermented soya beans, is important as a condiment and ingredient in East Asian cooking.

Raw soybeans (known as edamame) are also used as a feed for livestock, especially pigs and poultry. Soy has become a major crop in the United States but is not as commonly cultivated in Africa, Europe or South America.

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