Oil SeedsOilseeds are seeds that are produced mainly for the purpose of making edible oils. Both peanuts and soybeans fall under the category of oilseeds in a broader sense. A seed that may be consumed by humans or animals is considered edible. Of the six main plant components, seeds are the main source of protein and calories for humans. Edible seeds are produced by a wide range of plant species; the majority being angiosperms, with a small number being gymnosperms.
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