Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
bracteata
ID:
170234

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Fernald

Source:
ildis

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Rhodora35: 276 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169563

Common Names

  • Groundnut
  • Hog Peanut
  • Virginia Groundnut

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Synonyms

  • Falcata bracteata (L.) Farw. [valid]
  • Falcata comosa (L.) Kuntze [valid]
  • Falcata pitcheri (Torr. & A.Gray) Kuntze [valid]
  • Savia volubilis Raf. [valid]
  • Lobomon acutifolium Raf. [valid]
  • Lobomon montanum Raf. [valid]
  • Lobomon obtusifolium Raf. [valid]
  • Lobomon sarmentosum Raf. [valid]
  • Amphicarpaea bracteata comosa (L.) Fernald [valid]
  • Amphicarpaea chamaecaulis B.Boivin & Raymond [deprecated]
  • Amphicarpaea pitcheri Torr. & A.Gray [valid]
  • Falcata caroliniana J.F.Gmel. [valid]
  • Amphicarpaea monoica (L.) Elliott ex Nutt. [valid]
  • Amphicarpaea monoica comosa (L.) Eaton [valid]
  • Amphicarpaea comosa (L.) G.Don [valid]
  • Amphicarpaea sarmentosa Elliott ex Nutt. [valid]
  • Amphicarpaea ciliata Raf. [valid]
  • Amphicarpaea heterophylla Raf. [valid]
  • Amphicarpaea villosa Raf. [valid]
  • Amphicarpaea cuspidata Raf. [valid]
  • Amphicarpaea deltifolia Raf. [valid]
  • Amphicarpaea elliotii Raf. [valid]
  • Amphicarpaea bracteata pitcheri (Torr. & A.Gray) Fernald [valid]
  • Tetrodea comosa (L.) Jacks. [unknown]
  • Tetrodea monoica Raf. [valid]
  • Amphicarpaea bracteata bracteata [unknown]
  • Glycine bracteata L. [valid]
  • Glycine monoica L. [valid]
  • Glycine sarmentosa Roth [valid]
  • Phaseolus monoicus Eaton & Wright [valid]
  • Phaseolus pitcheri (Torr. & A.Gray) Eaton & Wright [valid]
  • Cryptolobus americanus Spreng. [unknown]
  • Cryptolobus sarmentosus Spreng. [unknown]
  • Glycine elliptica Sm. [valid]
  • Glycine filosa Hornem. [valid]
  • Glycine heterocarpa Hegetschw. [valid]
  • Amphicarpaea chamaecaulis B.Boivin & Raymond [valid]
  • Tetrodea comosa Raf. [valid]
  • Amphicarpaea comosa (L.) Nieuwl. & Lunell [unknown]
  • Amphicarpaea bracteata pitcheri Fassett [unknown]
  • Amphicarpaea bracteata typica B.Boivin & Raymond [invalid]
  • Glycine comosa L. [unknown]

Description

Amphicarpaea bracteata (also called Hog Peanut, among many other common names) is a vine species in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the Amazon rainforest. It grows in moist forests, wet forest edges, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Amphicarpaea bracteata is a vine that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in landscaping and is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Amphicarpaea bracteata has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Amphicarpaea bracteata is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 8 feet. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location in the spring. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 6-8 inches.

Where to Find Amphicarpaea bracteata

Amphicarpaea bracteata is native to the southeastern United States. It can be found in dry, sandy soils, as well as in disturbed areas.

Amphicarpaea bracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Amphicarpaea bracteata?

Amphicarpaea bracteata

What is the common name of Amphicarpaea bracteata?

Hog Peanut

What type of plant is Amphicarpaea bracteata?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Merritt Lyndon Fernald (1873-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fernald' in the authors string.