Northern Caucasian two-cut esparcet is a species of transcaucasian type, characterized by high yield and good taste. The plant grows in open beds and under plastic film, suitable for both the central region and the south of the country. Due to its taproot system, it can develop on rocky and poor soils, as well as on chernozems and sandy soils.
Esparcet has straight or ascending stems, odd-pinnate compound leaves, and long raceme inflorescences. The fruits are single-seeded pods that are easy to collect. Sufficient moisture is required for seed germination, however, the plant is drought-resistant and can be used as a cover crop to enrich the soil with nitrogen, phosphorus, and organic substances.
The variety is widely used in the food industry: its green mass is used in salads, sauces, and appetizers. Due to the long shelf life, dishes can be prepared in advance. Moreover, esparcet is valued as a fodder crop, as well as a part of soil conservation crop rotation due to high contents of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, and vitamins.
