Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
batizogaea
ID:
543679

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krapov. & A.Fernández

Source:
ksufab

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Corrientes)3: 130 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543011



Common Names

  • Batizogaea Groundnut
  • Batizogaea Peanut
  • Batizogaea Goober


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Description

Arachis batizogaea (also called Batizogaea peanut, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of South America. It is a low-growing, spreading plant with bright yellow flowers and small, round, edible seeds. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Arachis batizogaea is used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Arachis batizogaea is a small, yellow, five-petaled bloom. The seed is a small, hard, dark-brown nut-like structure, which is enclosed in a membranous sac. The seedling is a small, grass-like plant, with a single, slender stem and a few small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arachis batizogaea is an evergreen perennial that is native to South America. It grows best in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Arachis batizogaea

Arachis batizogaea is native to the Chaco region of South America, including Paraguay, Bolivia, and Argentina.

Arachis batizogaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arachis batizogaea?

Arachis batizogaea

What is the common name of Arachis batizogaea?

Batizogaea Peanut

What is the natural habitat of Arachis batizogaea?

Arachis batizogaea is native to 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.
Alvaro Fernández-Pérez (1928-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Fernández' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:617001-1: Based on the initial data import