Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
appressipila
ID:
194459

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krapov. & W.C.Greg.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes)8: 91 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193788

Common Names

  • Arachis appressipila
  • Appressipila peanut
  • Arachis hypogaea appressipila

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Description

Arachis appressipila (also called Peanut, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small yellow flowers and grows in sandy soils in open grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Arachis appressipila is used as a food crop, for its edible seeds and oil. It is also used as a cover crop and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arachis appressipila has yellow flowers with a single keel petal and two wings. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arachis appressipila is a perennial species of peanut native to Bolivia. It is a low-growing plant, reaching a height of about 15 cm. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained soils with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is usually grown as a cover crop or forage crop.

Where to Find Arachis appressipila

Arachis appressipila is native to South America and can be found in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Arachis appressipila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arachis appressipila?

Arachis appressipila

What is the common name of Arachis appressipila?

Arachis appressipila

What is the natural habitat of Arachis appressipila?

It is found in dry, sandy areas in South America

Species in the Arachis genus

Arachis guaranitica, Arachis helodes, Arachis lutescens, Arachis martii, Arachis monticola, Arachis paraguariensis, Arachis marginata, Arachis prostrata, Arachis pusilla, Arachis tuberosa, Arachis villosa, Arachis benthamii, Arachis diogoi, Arachis glabrata, Arachis hypogaea, Arachis repens, Arachis villosulicarpa, Arachis brevipetiolata, Arachis oteroi, Arachis hatschbachii, Arachis cryptopotamica, Arachis major, Arachis douradiana, Arachis gracilis, Arachis hermannii, Arachis archeri, Arachis stenophylla, Arachis setinervosa, Arachis macedoi, Arachis burchellii, Arachis pietrarellii, Arachis triseminata, Arachis giacomettii, Arachis dardani, Arachis pintoi, Arachis lignosa, Arachis kretschmeri, Arachis rigonii, Arachis chiquitana, Arachis matiensis, Arachis appressipila, Arachis vallsii, Arachis subcoriacea, Arachis burkartii, Arachis pseudovillosa, Arachis glandulifera, Arachis magna, Arachis ipaensis, Arachis valida, Arachis williamsii,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Antonio Krapovickas (1921-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krapov.' in the authors string.
Walton Carlyle Gregory (1910-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.C.Greg.' in the authors string.