Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
hypogaea
ID:
362003

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
J. Brasil. 2: 178 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000361335

Common Names

  • Langsdorffia hypogaea
  • Hypogaeous Langsdorffia
  • Underground Langsdorffia

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Synonyms

  • Langsdorffia moritziana Klotzsch & H.Karst. [unknown]
  • Langsdorffia rubiginosa Wedd. [unknown]
  • Langsdorffia janeirensis Rich. [unknown]
  • Thonningia janeirensis Liebm. [unknown]
  • Thonningia mexicana Liebm. [unknown]
  • Senftenbergia moritziana Klotzsch & H.Karst. ex Eichler [deprecated]
  • Langsdorffia mexicana Liebm. [unknown]
  • Senftenbergia moritziana Klotzsch & H.Karst. ex Eichler [unknown]

Description

Langsdorffia hypogaea (also called Groundnut, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to North America, Central America, and South America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in meadows, grasslands, and other open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Langsdorffia hypogaea is used for its medicinal properties, as well as for its ornamental value in gardens. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Langsdorffia hypogaea is white in color. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and yellow.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Langsdorffia hypogaea is a perennial herb native to tropical Africa. It is best grown in moist, well-draining soils in a sunny location. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Langsdorffia hypogaea

Langsdorffia hypogaea can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Langsdorffia hypogaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Langsdorffia hypogaea?

Langsdorffia hypogaea

What is the common name of Langsdorffia hypogaea?

Hypogaean Langsdorffia

What is the natural habitat of Langsdorffia hypogaea?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

Species in the Langsdorffia genus

Species in the Balanophoraceae family

Balanophora abbreviata, Balanophora dioica, Balanophora dioica, Balanophora elongata, Balanophora fargesii, Balanophora fungosa, Balanophora harlandii, Balanophora involucrata, Balanophora japonica, Balanophora latisepala, Balanophora laxiflora, Balanophora lowii, Balanophora nipponica, Balanophora papuana, Balanophora polyandra, Balanophora reflexa, Balanophora subcupularis, Balanophora tobiracola, Balanophora wilderi, Balanophora yakushimensis, Balanophora coralliformis, Chlamydophytum aphyllum, Corynaea crassa, Dactylanthus taylorii, Ditepalanthus afzelii, Ditepalanthus malagasicus, Hachettea austrocaledonica, Helosis cayennensis, Helosis ruficeps, Helosis antillensis, Langsdorffia papuana, Langsdorffia hypogaea, Langsdorffia heterotepala, Langsdorffia malagasica, Lathrophytum peckoltii, Lophophytum rizzoi, Lophophytum weddellii, Lophophytum mirabile, Lophophytum pyramidale, Mystropetalon thomii, Ombrophytum peruvianum, Ombrophytum subterraneum, Ombrophytum violaceum, Ombrophytum microlepis, Ombrophytum guayanense, Rhopalocnemis phalloides, Sarcophyte sanguinea, Sarcophyte piriei, Scybalium jamaicense, Scybalium depressum,