Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hypogaea
ID:
175049

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl.: 741 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174378

Common Names

  • Groundnut
  • Peanut
  • Goober Pea

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Synonyms

  • Arachis nambyquarae Hoehne [valid]
  • Arachis hypogaea oleifera A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Arachidna hypogaea (L.) Moench [valid]
  • Arachis africana Lour. [illegitimate]
  • Arachis americana Ten. [valid]
  • Arachis asiatica Lour. [valid]
  • Arachis oleifera A.Chev. [valid]
  • Arachis rasteiro A.Chev. [invalid]
  • Lathyrus esquirolii H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Arachis hypogaea nambyquarae (Hoehne) A.Chev. [valid]
  • Arachis hypogaea nambyquarae (Hoehne) Burkart [valid]
  • Arachis hypogaea hypogaea [unknown]
  • Arachis hypogaea nambyquarae (Hoehne) F.J.Herm. [valid]
  • Arachis hypogaea typica Hoehne [invalid]
  • Arachis guaraniana Bertoni [valid]
  • Arachis hypogaea fastigiata Waldron [valid]
  • Arachis hypogaea procumbens Waldron [valid]
  • Arachis hypogaea aequatoriana Krapov. & W.C.Greg. [valid]
  • Arachis hypogaea peruviana Krapov. & W.C.Greg. [valid]
  • Arachidna quadrifolia Trew [invalid]
  • Arachis hypogaea hirsuta Köhler [unknown]
  • Arachis hypogaea vulgaris Harz [unknown]

Description

Arachis hypogaea (also called 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 hypogaea is used for its edible seeds, which are commonly known as peanuts. Peanuts are used in a variety of dishes and are also used to make peanut butter.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Arachis hypogaea 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 hypogaea can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Arachis hypogaea

Arachis hypogaea is native to South America. It is found in moist grasslands, pastures, and other disturbed habitats.

Arachis hypogaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arachis hypogaea?

Arachis hypogaea

What is the common name of Arachis hypogaea?

Peanut

What is the habitat of Arachis hypogaea?

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