Green pea seeds (Pisum sativum) are known for being nutritious (high in protein, fiber, vitamins) and versatile, growing as a cool-season crop in well-drained soil, needing about 60-80 days to mature, and offering sweet, crunchy pods when harvested. They are planted as a winter crop and are identifiable by their smooth or slightly wrinkled texture and high germination rates when sown after soaking.