Arachis magna - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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Common Names
- Large Peanut
- Large Groundnut
- Magna Groundnut
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Arachis magna (also called great peanut, among many other common names) is a species of legume native to South America. It is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands in Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay, and Brazil.
Uses & Benefits
Arachis magna is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil cover crop, and as a source of edible oil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arachis magna 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Arachis magna 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 magna
Arachis magna is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Mato Grosso, Mato Grosso do Sul, and Goiás.
Arachis magna FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arachis magna?
Arachis magna
What is the common name of Arachis magna?
Arachis magna
What is the natural habitat of Arachis magna?
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:318537-2: Based on the initial data import