Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
villosulicarpa
ID:
175069

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hoehne

Source:
ildis

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Arq. Bot. Estado São Paulo, n.s., f.m., 2: 16 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000174398

Common Names

  • Villosulicarpa
  • Villosulicarpa Arachis
  • Villosulicarpa Peanut

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Synonyms

  • Arachis villosulicarpa maior Hoehne [unknown]

Description

Arachis villosulicarpa (also called Wild Peanut, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It prefers moist soils and can tolerate some shade.

Uses & Benefits

Arachis villosulicarpa is used as a source of firewood, to make furniture, and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Arachis villosulicarpa 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 villosulicarpa 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 villosulicarpa

Arachis villosulicarpa can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Arachis villosulicarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arachis villosulicarpa?

Arachis villosulicarpa

What is the common name of Arachis villosulicarpa?

Hairy Peanut

What is the family of Arachis villosulicarpa?

Fabaceae

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