Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diogoi
ID:
175017

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hoehne

Source:
ildis

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Relat. Commiss. Linhas Telegr. Estratég. Matto Grosso Amazonas8: 71 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174346

Common Names

  • Diogo Peanut
  • Arachis diogoi
  • Groundnut

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Synonyms

  • Arachis villosa diogoi (Hoehne) A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Arachis chacoense Krapov. & W.C.Greg. [unknown]
  • Arachis diogoi typica Hoehne [invalid]

Description

Arachis diogoi (also called Diogo's Peanut, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to western North America. It has small, yellow flowers, and grows in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, disturbed areas, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Arachis diogoi is used as a cover crop and forage crop for livestock. It is also used to reduce soil erosion and improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arachis diogoi has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved style. The seeds are small, round and brown. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arachis diogoi is a perennial legume native to South America. It is a low-growing plant with small, yellow flowers and can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Arachis diogoi

Arachis diogoi is native to South America and can be found in dry, sandy habitats.

Arachis diogoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arachis diogoi?

Arachis diogoi

What is the common name of Arachis diogoi?

Diogo's Peanut

What is the growth habit of Arachis diogoi?

It is an annual herb with a prostrate growth habit.

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