Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
matiensis
ID:
194458

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krapov., W.C.Greg. & C.E.Simpson

Source:
ildis

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes)8: 90 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193787

Common Names

  • Arachis matiensis
  • Matiensis peanut
  • Arachis hypogaea matiensis

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Description

Arachis matiensis (also called Matienzo's Peanut, among many other common names) is a species of legume native to South America. It is an annual herb with a woody stem and small yellow flowers. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open areas and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Arachis matiensis 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 matiensis 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 matiensis 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 matiensis

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

Arachis matiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arachis matiensis?

Arachis matiensis

What is the common name of Arachis matiensis?

Arachis matiensis

What is the natural habitat of Arachis matiensis?

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

IPNI record: 318528-2: Originally associated with wfo-0001238681
The Plant List version 1.0, record: tro-50099167: Originally associated with wfo-0001238681
The Plant List version 1.1, record: tro-50099167: Originally associated with wfo-0001238681
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.
Charles Edmond Simpson (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.E.Simpson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:318528-2: Based on the initial data import