Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glabrata
ID:
175027

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London18: 159 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174356

Common Names

  • Smooth Peanut
  • Smooth Groundnut
  • Glabrata Peanut

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Synonyms

  • Arachis prostrata genuina Chodat & Hassl. [unknown]
  • Arachis glabrata membranifolia A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Arachis glabrata typica Hoehne [invalid]

Description

Arachis glabrata (also called smooth peanut, among many other common names) is an annual plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to South America and typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has a slender stem and pinnate leaves with one to four pairs of leaflets. Its flowers are yellow and its fruits are pods.

Uses & Benefits

Arachis glabrata is used as a cover crop to help improve soil fertility and structure. It is also used as a forage crop for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Arachis glabrata var. hagenbeckii (Harms ex Kuntze) F.J.Herm.
Arachis glabrata var. glabrata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Arachis glabrata are yellow and tubular in shape, with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval in shape. The seedlings are slender, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arachis glabrata 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 glabrata

Arachis glabrata is native to South America and can be found in grasslands and savannas. It is a perennial plant and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Arachis glabrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arachis glabrata?

Arachis glabrata

What is the common name of Arachis glabrata?

Smooth Peanut

What is the habitat of Arachis glabrata?

It is found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides

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